Q&A: How can I get visibility to HAL and BSP C-code execution when debugging?

Full question(s):

I want to have visibility of, and single-step through, C code execution for HAL and BSP functions while debugging.  What do I need to set in the IDE to do that?

Answer(s):

1. In IAR, load the HAL project for the MCU you are using, e.g., AmbiqSuite-Rel2.2.0\mcu\apollo3\hal\iar\libam_hal.ewp.
2. In the project options, select "C/C++ Compiler" from the left-side list, and go to the "Optimization" tab.  Set optimization level to "None".
3. Go to the "Output" tab.  Check the "Generate debug information" box
4. Hit OK.
5. Rebuild (All) the project.
6. Load the BSP project for the MCU you are using, e.g., AmbiqSuite-Rel2.2.0\boards\apollo3_evb\bsp\iar\libam_bsp.ewp.
7. Repeat steps 2-5.
8. Load your project.
9. Rebuild (All) the project.
10. Select "Download and debug".
11. Step into a HAL or BSP function.
12. Single step through the C code in the HAL or BSP function.