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Debug shell commands on Windows for @wordpress/create-block


To debug shell commands on Windows for `@wordpress/create-block`, you can follow these steps:

1. Open the Command Prompt:
- Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
- Type `cmd` and press Enter to open the Command Prompt.

2. Navigate to the Directory:
- Use the `cd` command to navigate to the directory where your WordPress block project is located. For example:

bash
     cd C:\path\to\your\project
     

3. Run the Command:
- Run the `@wordpress/create-block` command with the necessary arguments. For example:

bash
     npx @wordpress/create-block gcb-test-block
     

4. Check the Output:
- The Command Prompt will display the output of the command. If there are any errors, they will be displayed in the output.

5. Use the `set` Command:
- If you need to set environment variables or debug shell commands, you can use the `set` command. For example:

bash
     set PATH=%PATH%;C:\path\to\your\tools
     

6. Use the `echo` Command:
- If you need to verify the path or other variables, you can use the `echo` command. For example:

bash
     echo %PATH%
     

7. Use the `dir` Command:
- If you need to list the files and directories in the current directory, you can use the `dir` command. For example:

bash
     dir
     

8. Use the `type` Command:
- If you need to view the contents of a file, you can use the `type` command. For example:

bash
     type package.json
     

By following these steps, you can effectively debug shell commands on Windows for `@wordpress/create-block` and troubleshoot any issues that may arise during the development process.

Citations:
[1] https://github.com/WordPress/gutenberg/issues/38793
[2] https://wordpress.stackexchange.com/questions/411310/error-using-wordpress-create-block-to-create-multiple-blocks-on-windows
[3] https://wholesomecode.net/wordpresscreate-block-bug-hunt/
[4] https://www.34sp.com/debugging-the-wordpress-block-editor/
[5] https://stackoverflow.com/questions/75870844/why-isnt-wordpress-create-block-working