dev-trace

What problem does it solve?

This Skill prevents premature conclusions in investigations by generating multiple competing explanations for an observation, collecting evidence for and against each, ranking them by strength, and proposing a discriminating probe to resolve uncertainty.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Multi-hypothesis generation: produce two or more plausible explanations for an ambiguous observation.
• Evidence collection and comparison: gather and organize evidence FOR and AGAINST each hypothesis and apply analytical lenses such as systems thinking, premortem, and scientific skepticism.
• Decision guidance and reporting: rebut strong alternatives, synthesize a provisional best explanation, and output a structured report saved to the workspace for follow-up.
• Use cases include intermittent bugs, regional anomalies, unexplained performance regressions, and architectural root-cause exploration.

Quick Start

Use the dev-trace skill to evaluate competing explanations for a recent regression by generating hypotheses, collecting supporting and contradicting evidence, ranking them, and proposing the next discriminating test.