Many people find themselves at a loss when it comes to debugging their Firebase Analytics implementation. The process can be overwhelming, especially for those just starting out. Here are some common hurdles they often encounter:
- Access Issues: Sometimes, they may not have access to the app they need to debug. This can be a significant roadblock, as without access, it’s impossible to see what’s happening under the hood or to test changes. They might need to rely on their team for permissions or to set up a development environment where they can replicate the app’s analytics setup.
- Uncertainty About Current Tracking: Even if they have access to the app, there’s often uncertainty about whether the existing tracking is set up correctly. They might not know which events are being tracked or if the data is being collected and reported accurately. This can lead to a lot of trial and error, digging through code, and cross-referencing with Firebase documentation.
- Incomplete Feature Implementation: Another challenge is dealing with apps that haven’t fully implemented all of Firebase’s tracking features. For instance, the app might be missing custom events for significant user actions, user properties for better segmentation, or enhanced tracking like screen views and e-commerce events. This incomplete setup can make it difficult to get the comprehensive insights needed to understand user behavior and app performance.
In summary, whether it’s the lack of access, uncertainty about the current implementation, or missing features, debugging Firebase Analytics can feel like navigating a maze. However, by systematically addressing these challenges, developers can establish a robust and effective analytics setup that provides valuable insights into their app’s usage and performance.
That’s why we’re excited to introduce “Analytics Debugger for Apps Playground” — the ultimate tool for anyone learning to debug your apps. Designed to be the perfect companion for our existing app debugger, this new app provides a hands-on learning environment, allowing users to seamlessly navigate the complexities of Firebase Analytics debugging. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to enhance your skills, the “Analytics Debugger for Apps Playground” is here to simplify the process and help you master your analytics setup.
It actually support all the features on the actual Firebase SDK
- ScreenViews
- Custom Events
- Ecommerce Events:
view_item_list,select_item,view_promotion,select_promotion,view_item,add_to_cart,remove_from_cart,add_to_wishlist,add_payment_info,add_shipping_info,view_cart,begin_checkout,purchase,refund - Attribution Setting
- Referral API v2 Testing
- Consent Mode v2 definition/configuration
- Ads Personalization Signals
- User ID
- User Properties
- Event Properties
- View Session Id
The App will be published on the Google Play Store ( mostly to be able to test the attributions and deeplinking features)
In the meanwhile you can grab it from our CDN:
https://cdn.analytics-debugger.com/releases/app/playground/com_analytics_debugger_playground-1_0_0.apk