How can requests be logged in SFCC for debugging?

Using the logging framework provided by the platform is the most effective method for logging requests in Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC) for debugging purposes. The SFCC logging framework is specifically designed to manage and structure log messages, allowing developers to record relevant information about their application’s operations. By utilizing this framework, developers can control log levels (such as INFO, WARN, ERROR) and easily filter log messages as needed. This serves not only to troubleshoot issues but also to maintain a clean, organized logging system that can be used for monitoring application health over time.

The other methods, while they serve their respective purposes, do not provide the same level of efficiency or effectiveness. For instance, using console.log statements is more suited for quick testing during development rather than for comprehensive logging in a production environment. Writing logs directly to the database can create performance bottlenecks and complicate the logging process. Sending logs to an external server could be useful in certain contexts, but it often involves additional considerations such as security and network latency, making it less straightforward for standard debugging scenarios in SFCC.