break-loop

Analyze completed bug fixes to classify root causes and derive prevention measures.

Updated Apr 13, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/MaplumeX/deepresearch --skill break-loop-maplumex
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Skill: break-loop
Source: https://github.com/MaplumeX/deepresearch/tree/main/.agents/skills/break-loop
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MaplumeX/deepresearch --skill break-loop-maplumex

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Breaks the cycle of "fix bug → forget → repeat" by turning a completed debugging session into a structured, actionable learning process that prevents the same class of bugs from recurring. It captures root causes, failed attempts, prevention strategies, and concrete spec updates so fixes become permanent improvements rather than temporary patches.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Five-dimension analysis: Classify root cause, explain why previous fixes failed, recommend prevention mechanisms, identify broader systemic issues, and capture knowledge for documentation.
  • Spec and repo hygiene: Produce checklist items and explicit edits to .trellis/spec/ guides and provide commit-ready guidance to ensure lessons are applied to the codebase.
  • Use Case: After resolving a tricky cross-layer bug, run this Skill to update thinking guides, create tickets for root fixes, and add tests or monitoring recommendations to prevent regression.

Quick Start

Use the break-loop skill to produce a five-dimension post-fix analysis for the bug you just fixed and apply the recommended spec updates to the repository.

Frequently Asked Questions about break-loop

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

FAQPage Schema
What is a post-mortem analysis for software bugs and when do I need it?

A post-mortem analysis for software bugs is a structured review of a completed debugging session to classify root causes and prevent recurrence. You need it after resolving tricky or recurring cross-layer bugs to ensure fixes become permanent improvements.

How do I document failed fix attempts and prevent recurring bugs?

To document failed fix attempts and prevent recurring bugs, analyze the completed debugging session across five dimensions: classify root causes, explain why previous fixes failed, recommend prevention mechanisms, identify systemic issues, and capture knowledge for documentation.

How do I update spec documentation after fixing a bug?

To update spec documentation after fixing a bug, analyze the resolved issue and generate commit-ready guidance for your repository documentation files. This produces explicit edits to `.trellis/spec/` guides to ensure lessons are applied to the codebase.

Can I create actionable tickets from a completed bug fix analysis?

Yes, you can create actionable tickets from a completed bug fix analysis by deriving prevention measures and root fixes. The analysis generates checklist items and recommendations for tests or monitoring to prevent regression across backend and frontend codebases.

Does this post-mortem process require access to repository documentation files?

Yes, this post-mortem process requires access to repository documentation files to propose commit-ready changes. It specifically targets `.trellis/spec/` guides and supporting docs to apply captured knowledge directly to the codebase.

What's the best way to break the cycle of fixing the same software bug repeatedly?

The best way to break the cycle of fixing the same software bug repeatedly is to turn a completed debugging session into a structured learning process. Classify the root cause, capture prevention strategies, and produce concrete spec updates to stop temporary patches.