flight-recorder

Analyze Alt-Tabby flight recorder dumps to diagnose event trace anomalies.

1|Updated Jan 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cwilliams5/Alt-Tabby --skill flight-recorder
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: flight-recorder
Source: https://github.com/cwilliams5/Alt-Tabby/tree/main/.claude/skills/flight-recorder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cwilliams5/Alt-Tabby --skill flight-recorder

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps diagnose and fix bugs in the Alt-Tabby application by analyzing detailed event logs, turning complex issues into clear, actionable insights.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Bug Diagnosis: Analyze flight recorder dumps to pinpoint the root cause of unexpected behavior.
  • Event Trace Analysis: Trace the chronological sequence of events to understand state transitions and identify anomalies.
  • Use Case: If Alt-Tabby is unexpectedly closing or not switching windows correctly, use this Skill to load the latest flight recorder dump and identify the sequence of events that led to the failure.

Quick Start

Analyze the newest flight recorder dump file and describe the bug.

Frequently Asked Questions about flight-recorder

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

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How do I diagnose Alt-Tabby bugs using event trace logs?

Diagnosing Alt-Tabby bugs using event trace logs involves parsing flight recorder dump files to identify broken event sequences, timing issues, and state inconsistencies within the application's recorded data.

What is a flight recorder dump and when do I need it for troubleshooting?

A flight recorder dump is a detailed event log capturing application behavior and state transitions. You need it for troubleshooting when Alt-Tabby unexpectedly closes or fails to switch windows correctly.

How do I analyze the newest flight recorder dump file for window switching issues?

To analyze the newest flight recorder dump file for window switching issues, provide a description of the bug and let the analyzer automatically resolve and parse the latest dump to trace the chronological event sequence.

Can I analyze multiple flight recorder dump files at the same time?

Yes, you can analyze multiple flight recorder dump files simultaneously. The analysis supports parsing multiple dumps alongside user-provided bug descriptions to pinpoint anomalies across different event traces.

What sections of an event trace are parsed to identify timing issues?

To identify timing issues, the event trace analysis parses USER NOTE, GLOBAL STATE, WINDOW LIST STATE, LIVE ITEMS, and EVENT TRACE sections to detect broken event sequences and state inconsistencies.

Does flight recorder analysis work without providing a bug description?

Flight recorder analysis works without a mandatory bug description, but providing one helps pinpoint the root cause. The tool can automatically resolve the newest dump file and parse its sections to identify anomalies.