Accessing Python debug information (variables) while debugging with a plugin (PyCharm)

Hi,

I wondered if it is possible to access the debug information during a debugging session and show additional information in a PyCharm when a debug session starts plugin. I am looking for an API with the following capabilities:

• Hook into an IntelliJ debug session when it starts.
• Get the variables when the user hits a breakpoint or steps forward while debugging.

I am looking for an extension point like the XDebuggerManagerListener to extend my visual debugger to Python. Are the PyCharm extension points the ones listed for the IntelliJ Platform?

Thanks in advance for any help and information!