api-debugging

Diagnose FastAPI errors, async traces, and PostgreSQL query issues.

Updated Mar 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Mohamed-Elkahef/test-project --skill api-debugging-mohamed-elkahef
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Skill: api-debugging
Source: https://github.com/Mohamed-Elkahef/test-project/tree/main/.claude/skills/api-debugging
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Mohamed-Elkahef/test-project --skill api-debugging-mohamed-elkahef

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the time-consuming process of manually troubleshooting FastAPI application failures, async runtime errors, database connection issues, and slow API response times that delay development and impact user experience.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • FastAPI Error Resolution: Fix common FastAPI issues including database connection failures, async/await runtime errors, Pydantic validation errors, and database constraint violations.
  • Performance Optimization: Identify and resolve N+1 query problems, memory leaks, and slow API endpoints to improve application response times and scalability.
  • Use Case: For example, if your order management API is returning 500 errors when users create orders, use this Skill to trace the root cause to a missing database connection retry logic and implement a robust fix.

Quick Start

Use the api-debugging skill to diagnose why your FastAPI user login endpoint is returning 500 errors and get a step-by-step resolution plan.

Frequently Asked Questions about api-debugging

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I fix FastAPI 500 errors caused by database connection failures?

Resolve FastAPI 500 errors by tracing async runtime failures and database connection issues to their root cause, then implement targeted query optimization and connection retry logic to restore stable API performance.

What causes N+1 query problems in async Python APIs and how do I resolve them?

N+1 query problems in async Python APIs are caused by inefficient database access patterns that trigger excessive queries. Resolve them by inspecting database query execution traces and applying query optimization to improve endpoint response times.

How do I trace async operation errors in a FastAPI application?

Trace async operation errors in a FastAPI application by inspecting async execution paths and logging configurations to identify runtime bottlenecks, Pydantic validation failures, and database constraint violations.

Does this approach work for resolving JWT authentication errors and REST API troubleshooting?

Yes, this approach works for resolving JWT authentication errors and REST API troubleshooting by applying error pattern identification and production monitoring setup tailored for Python web services and FastAPI backend scenarios.

What is the best way to detect memory leaks and slow API endpoints in Python web services?

The best way to detect memory leaks and slow API endpoints in Python web services is to implement production monitoring and performance bottleneck resolution techniques to identify leak patterns and optimize API response times.

When should I inspect PostgreSQL database queries to optimize FastAPI performance?

Inspect PostgreSQL database queries to optimize FastAPI performance when you encounter slow API response times, N+1 query issues, or database constraint violations that degrade application scalability and impact user experience.