Debugging & Logs

Runtime Logs

The game engine captures standard output (stdout) and standard error (stderr).

• Stdout: Used for game communication.
• Stderr: Use sys.stderr for debugging information.

import sys
print("DEBUG: My bot is stuck!", file=sys.stderr)

Common Errors

1. Timeout: Your act() function took too long. Optimize your code.
2. Memory Limit: You allocated too much memory. Avoid large global lists.
3. Invalid Move: You tried to walk into a wall or another bot.

The Sandwich Strategy

If your bot is behaving strangely, check if it's dead. Dead bots cannot act. Check if you have Energy. Low energy bots cannot move.