be isolated to the c++
      library that is under test, given that python code is minimal and
      boost::python either works or it doesn't. (ie. While errors can occur
      when the wrapping method is invalid, most errors are caught by the
      compiler ;-).

      <p>The basic steps required to initiate a gdb session to debug a c++
      library via python are shown here. Note, however that you should start
      the gdb session in the directory that contains your BPL my_ext.so
      module.</p>
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