debug-first

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Read errors first, fix faster.

Authorsonhaicoder
Version1.0.0
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What problem does it solve?

Reading and interpreting error messages is the fastest path to diagnosing bugs. This skill codifies a disciplined approach to debugging by starting from the error trace and locating the exact source without speculative fixes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Error-reading discipline: follow a 3-layer protocol to understand the error type, location, and context.
  • Traceback-to-source workflow: read from the bottom of the stack to identify where your code triggers the error, then isolate a minimal repro.
  • Structured debugging across stacks: apply to Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, and Dart/Flutter projects, as well as HTTP APIs like FastAPI.
  • Real-world use cases: when facing TypeError, KeyError, ImportError, runtime exceptions, or 500/CORS issues, use this guide to quickly locate the root cause.

Quick Start

Identify the error message, open the indicated file at the mentioned line, and insert a temporary print/log statement to inspect runtime data.

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