coding-error-messages

Rewrite raw error messages with context and suggested fixes.

1|Updated Feb 11, 2024

Search Tags:#debugging #tone #clarity #guidelines #ux #error-messages

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/loklaan/dotfiles --skill coding-error-messages

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Skill: coding-error-messages
Source: https://github.com/loklaan/dotfiles/tree/main/home/dot_claude/skills/coding-error-messages
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/loklaan/dotfiles --skill coding-error-messages

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Best practices for writing clear, actionable error messages that help users understand and fix issues quickly.

Core Features & Use Cases

Clarity and context: Explain what failed and why.
Actionability: Provide concrete steps to resolve.
Tone: Maintain professionalism and supportiveness.

Quick Start

Take a raw error and rewrite it to include the actual value and suggested fix.