Address Sanitizer with Xcode
Strengthen C++ memory safety with precise Xcode runtime diagnostics
Created by Umar Lone
Learn how to uncover and fix hidden C++ memory errors using Address Sanitizer directly within Xcode. Explore runtime diagnostics, shadow memory, and advanced configuration so you can quickly pinpoint and resolve issues that impact application stability.
Packt | Jul 2026 | 99 min
What You Will Learn
You'll start by setting up Address Sanitizer in Xcode and learning its core principles. Step-by-step examples will help you identify and interpret common memory errors, from heap overflows to use-after-free bugs. As you progress, you'll experiment with advanced features like custom poisoning, selective instrumentation, and runtime logging to build a workflow tailored to your debugging needs.
Key Features
- Find and diagnose heap, stack, and global memory errors in C++ using Xcode tools
- Understand sanitizer reports and shadow memory to trace unsafe code paths
- Control diagnostics with selective checks, custom poisoning, and runtime logging
Target Audience
Ideal for C++ developers and macOS engineers who want to strengthen memory safety in their Xcode projects. If you have a basic understanding of C++ and want to catch elusive bugs or improve your debugging process, you'll benefit from these practical techniques and real-world examples.
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