debug:spring-boot

Diagnose Spring Boot bean, configuration, and startup issues in Java applications.

9|1|Updated Jan 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/SnakeO/claude-debug-and-refactor-skills-plugin --skill debug-spring-boot
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Skill: debug:spring-boot
Source: https://github.com/SnakeO/claude-debug-and-refactor-skills-plugin/tree/main/plugins/debug-and-refactor/skills/debug-spring-boot
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SnakeO/claude-debug-and-refactor-skills-plugin --skill debug-spring-boot

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers diagnose and fix Spring Boot issues quickly by providing a structured debugging workflow for common error patterns, misconfigurations, and startup failures.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • NoSuchBeanDefinitionException resolution: verify component scanning, annotations, and bean registrations.
  • Application startup and runtime issues: diagnose port conflicts, context initialization errors, and bean initialization errors using Actuator endpoints.
  • Circular dependencies and JPA/Hibernate problems: identify and break cycles, manage LazyInitializationException and N+1 queries.
  • Security/configuration problems and property binding: fix 403 errors, CSRF, and misbound properties in configuration.

Use cases: imagine a Spring Boot app fails at startup with NoSuchBeanDefinitionException; by following this guide you will locate the bean, check registration, and fix the configuration.

Quick Start

Run the Spring Boot project with Actuator enabled, consult /actuator/health, /actuator/mappings, and follow the steps in this guide.

Frequently Asked Questions about debug:spring-boot

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I fix NoSuchBeanDefinitionException in Spring Boot?

To fix NoSuchBeanDefinitionException in Spring Boot, verify component scanning, check annotations, and confirm bean registrations. This skill provides a structured workflow to locate the missing bean, check its registration, and fix the configuration.

How do I diagnose Spring Boot startup errors and context initialization failures?

Diagnose Spring Boot startup errors by running the project with Actuator enabled and consulting /actuator/health and /actuator/mappings. This skill identifies port conflicts, context initialization errors, and bean initialization failures through targeted diagnostic steps.

What is the best way to resolve circular dependencies and Hibernate LazyInitializationException in Spring Boot?

The best way to resolve circular dependencies and Hibernate LazyInitializationException in Spring Boot is to identify and break cycles and manage N+1 queries. This skill applies structured error-pattern analysis to JPA and Hibernate problems.

How do I fix 403 errors, CSRF, and property binding issues in Spring Boot security configuration?

Fix 403 errors, CSRF, and misbound properties in Spring Boot security configuration by applying targeted diagnostic steps. This skill helps resolve security configuration problems and environment binding issues through a structured debugging workflow.

Does this Spring Boot debugging workflow work for microservices deployments?

Yes, this Spring Boot debugging workflow works for microservices deployments. It diagnoses DI failures, startup errors, and environment binding problems across typical Spring Boot deployments and microservices using Actuator endpoints.

Why do I need Actuator endpoints to debug Spring Boot applications?

You need Actuator endpoints to debug Spring Boot applications because they expose operational data like /actuator/health and /actuator/mappings. This skill leverages these endpoints to diagnose runtime issues, context initialization errors, and bean failures.