Bug Buddy - Easy Debugging

by great2gether

The Bug Buddy will help you speed up your debugging routines by letting you switch between dev and prod mode from the admin instead of manually changing the .env.local file.

Expected release: July 2025

Compatible with:

Self-hosted

Includes:

All updates

During the subscription all released updates are included for free

Support from the Extension Partner

In case you have any problems with your extension you can always ask the Extension Partner for help.

Description

Highlights

Switch APP_ENV with a click – easily toggle between development and production mode directly in the Shopware admin.
Automatic backups – every change to .env.local is (optionally) backed up automatically.
Transparent logging – all changes are (optionally) logged with user, timestamp, and details.
Automatic cache clearing – the Shopware cache is cleared automatically after every change.
Maximum time savings & security – work faster and minimize risks thanks to automated processes and built-in safeguards.

Features

Instantly switch the APP_ENV value directly from the Shopware admin panel
Supports both “prod” and “dev” modes
Automatic backup of the .env.local file before every change (optional)
Complete logging of all changes with user and timestamp (optional)
Daily log files for better clarity and maintainability

Automatic cache clearing after every environment change
Only administrators can change the environment variable
Checks file permissions on .env.local before making changes
Secure and transparent management of environment variables
Dedicated /env-backups folder in the shop root for organized backups
Multi-language backend configuration (English, German, Dutch, Spanish, French, Italian, Polish, and more)
Simple and intuitive plugin configuration in the Shopware admin
No automatic changes—only explicit admin actions trigger environment switches
Compatible with Shopware 6.6 and above
Fast support and regular updates from an experienced developer

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About the Extension

Bug Buster – Easy Debugging

Important note:
This plugin does not support individual .env files per sales channel. The APP_ENV setting is global and always affects all sales channels.

Maximum control and security for your Shopware system: Switch your shop environment (APP_ENV) securely and conveniently right from the admin panel!

Your Key Benefits at a Glance

Secure switching between development and production mode: Instantly toggle between dev and prod – no FTP or SSH required!
Automatic backups: Every change to your .env.local file is (optionally) backed up automatically. Restore previous states at any time.
Comprehensive logging: All changes are (optionally) logged with user, timestamp, previous, and new value – for maximum transparency and traceability.
Automatic cache clearing: The Shopware cache is cleared automatically after each change, so your adjustments take effect immediately.
Simple configuration: Manage all options easily in the admin area under Settings → System → Plugins → Bug Buster – Easy Debugging.

More Power in Development Mode

See error messages and stack traces: The dev mode displays detailed errors and stack traces to make troubleshooting much easier.
Template and plugin development: Changes to themes, templates, or plugins become visible immediately – perfect for developers and agencies.
Access to debugging tools and profiler: Use extra debugging tools like the Symfony Profiler, toolbar, and extended log output.
Faster testing of adjustments: Try out new features and configurations in development mode without affecting your live shop.
Optimal foundation for troubleshooting: The development environment gives you maximum transparency and control when fixing issues.

Maximum Security & Convenience

Admin-only access: Only administrators can make changes
No automation: Changes are only made after explicit admin action
File permission check: The plugin checks if .env.local is writable before making any changes
Quick restore: Instantly revert to a previous state thanks to automatic backups

Typical Use Cases

Quickly switch to development mode for debugging or maintenance
Safely revert to production mode after updates or tests
Maintain full control and traceability over all environment changes

Warning:
Never use dev mode on a live shop, as it may expose sensitive information and reduce performance!

100% Shopware 6.6 Compatible

Bug Buster – Easy Debugging is designed specifically for Shopware 6.6 and above, following all best practices for security and plugin development.

Contact & Support

great2gether.com/kontakt
Email: info@great2gether.com
Phone: +49-(0)2203-5651122

Enjoy full control over your Shopware environment – secure, transparent, and easy!

Bug Buster – Easy Debugging

Important note:
This plugin does not support individual .env files per sales channel. The APP_ENV setting is global and always affects all sales channels.

Maximum control and security for your Shopware system: Switch your shop environment (APP_ENV) securely and conveniently right from the admin panel!

Your Key Benefits at a Glance

Secure switching between development and production mode: Instantly toggle between dev and prod – no FTP or SSH required!
Automatic backups: Every change to your .env.local file is (optionally) backed up automatically. Restore previous states at any time.
Comprehensive logging: All changes are (optionally) logged with user, timestamp, previous, and new value – for maximum transparency and traceability.
Automatic cache clearing: The Shopware cache is cleared automatically after each change, so your adjustments take effect immediately.
Simple configuration: Manage all options easily in the admin area under Settings → System → Plugins → Bug Buster – Easy Debugging.

More Power in Development Mode

See error messages and stack traces: The dev mode displays detailed errors and stack traces to make troubleshooting much easier.
Template and plugin development: Changes to themes, templates, or plugins become visible immediately – perfect for developers and agencies.
Access to debugging tools and profiler: Use extra debugging tools like the Symfony Profiler, toolbar, and extended log output.
Faster testing of adjustments: Try out new features and configurations in development mode without affecting your live shop.
Optimal foundation for troubleshooting: The development environment gives you maximum transparency and control when fixing issues.

Maximum Security & Convenience

Admin-only access: Only administrators can make changes
No automation: Changes are only made after explicit admin action
File permission check: The plugin checks if .env.local is writable before making any changes
Quick restore: Instantly revert to a previous state thanks to automatic backups

Typical Use Cases

Quickly switch to development mode for debugging or maintenance
Safely revert to production mode after updates or tests
Maintain full control and traceability over all environment changes

Warning:
Never use dev mode on a live shop, as it may expose sensitive information and reduce performance!

100% Shopware 6.6 Compatible

Bug Buster – Easy Debugging is designed specifically for Shopware 6.6 and above, following all best practices for security and plugin development.

Contact & Support

great2gether.com/kontakt
Email: info@great2gether.com
Phone: +49-(0)2203-5651122

Enjoy full control over your Shopware environment – secure, transparent, and easy!

Details

Available: English, German, Dutch, Italian, French, Armenian, Bosnian, Bulgarian, Czech, Danish, Finnish, Greek, Hindi, Indonesian, Latvian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Swiss German, Turkish, Vietnamese
Category: Administration

About the Extension Partner

great2gether

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Partner Status

Shopware
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Extension Partner

Details

Ø-Rating: 5

Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Partner since: 2015
Extensions: 19
Certifications: Certifications

Support

Based in: Germany
Speaks: German, English
Response time: Quickly

Shopware 6 certified

Configuration Guide for Bug Buster – Easy Debugging

Install and Activate the Plugin
Install the plugin via the Shopware Store or upload it through the Plugin Manager. Activate it in the Plugin Manager.
Open the Plugin Configuration
In the Shopware admin, go to
Settings → System → Plugins → Bug Buster – Easy Debugging
and open the plugin’s configuration.
Select APP_ENV Mode
Choose the desired mode for your shop:
- prod (production mode) for live operation
- dev (development mode) for debugging and development
Set the Backup Option
The Create backup before change? option is enabled by default.
This means a backup of your .env.local file will automatically be created in the /env-backups/ folder before every change.
Advanced users who do not need automatic backups can disable this option if desired.
Set the Logging Option
The Enable logging? option is also enabled by default.
This ensures that all changes are documented in a daily log file.
If you prefer not to keep logs, you can disable this option at any time.
Save Your Settings
Click Save to apply your configuration.
Perform the Change
After saving, your selected settings will be applied:
- The APP_ENV value will be set
- A backup will be created if enabled
- A log entry will be written if enabled
- The cache will be cleared automatically
Check Backups and Logs (optional)
- Backups can be found in the /env-backups/ directory in your shop root.
- Log files can be found in the /var/log/ directory, named bug_buddy_YYYY-MM-DD.log.

Note:
For maximum security and traceability, it is recommended to keep both options enabled.
Changes to APP_ENV should only be made by experienced administrators.
Do not use development mode (dev) in a live environment!

IMPORTANT: The logfiles and .env.local backup files will only be correctly deleted on plugin deinstallation if you have deactivated the plugin before. If you uninstall the active plugin, the files will remain on your server.

Important notes regarding sales channels and logging

This plugin does not support multiple .env files per sales channel. The APP_ENV setting is global and affects all sales channels.
Changes made to "All sales channels" will be inherited by individual sales channels.
Please configure the plugin only on the "All sales channels" scope to avoid unexpected behavior.
The log file may remain empty if no changes are detected or if the backup/logging options are disabled.
For reliable logging and backup, keep the options enabled and test changes across your sales channels and themes.