docker-debug

Diagnose Docker container and docker-compose stack issues with inspection and log analysis.

1|Updated Apr 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/autorundev/autorun-skills --skill docker-debug-autorundev
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Skill: docker-debug
Source: https://github.com/autorundev/autorun-skills/tree/main/docker-debug
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/autorundev/autorun-skills --skill docker-debug-autorundev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill aids in troubleshooting Docker containers and docker-compose stacks by providing comprehensive tools and instructions for diagnosing and resolving common issues.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Container Inspection: Offers commands to inspect container configurations, environments, and network settings.
  • Log Analysis: Includes tools for analyzing container logs, including stderr, Python tracebacks, and memory issues.
  • Shell into Container: Provides methods to access containers for in-depth troubleshooting and analysis.
  • Networking and Volume Issues: Assists in diagnosing network connectivity and volume mounting problems.
  • Resource Management: Helps identify and address resource utilization issues such as OOM (Out of Memory) kills.

Quick Start

Use the docker-debug skill to inspect logs of a failed container with the command: docker logs <container> --tail 100.

Frequently Asked Questions about docker-debug

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I debug a Docker container that keeps crashing or failing to start?

To debug a crashing Docker container, you inspect container logs using commands like `docker logs <container> --tail 100` to analyze stderr, Python tracebacks, or memory issues. This Skill provides commands to diagnose common container failure patterns and inspect configurations.

Why does my Docker container get killed with an OOM error?

Your Docker container gets killed by an OOM (Out of Memory) error when it exceeds resource limits. This Skill helps identify and address resource utilization issues by providing specific commands to inspect container memory constraints and diagnose Out of Memory kills within your Docker environment.

How do I troubleshoot Docker compose networking and volume mounting problems?

To troubleshoot Docker compose networking and volume mounting problems, this Skill offers diagnostic tools to check network connectivity and volume settings. It assists in resolving docker-compose stack issues by inspecting container environments and network configurations.

What is the best way to access a running Docker container shell for troubleshooting?

The best way to access a running Docker container shell for troubleshooting is using built-in shell access methods. This Skill provides commands to shell into containers, allowing in-depth analysis of environments, configurations, and runtime issues directly.

Do I need Docker installed to use these container debugging commands?

Yes, you need Docker installed and properly configured on your system to use these container debugging commands. The Skill requires a functional Docker environment to execute inspection, log analysis, and network diagnosis tasks effectively.