golang-troubleshooting

Diagnose Go code issues by identifying symptoms, reproducing bugs, and finding root causes.

Updated Jul 3, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/constzz/dates-app --skill golang-troubleshooting-constzz
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Skill: golang-troubleshooting
Source: https://github.com/constzz/dates-app/tree/main/.agents/skills/golang-troubleshooting
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/constzz/dates-app --skill golang-troubleshooting-constzz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires go, dlv, pprof, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a systematic approach to troubleshooting and debugging Go programs, helping developers find and fix the root cause of bugs, crashes, deadlocks, and unexpected behavior.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Systematic Debugging Methodology: Offers a step-by-step process to identify, reproduce, and resolve Go code issues.
  • Common Go Pitfalls: Covers common Go bugs and pitfalls, such as nil pointer dereference, interface nil gotcha, and slice/map/defer/error/context pitfalls.
  • Concurrency Debugging: Provides guidance on handling race conditions, deadlocks, and goroutine leaks.
  • Performance Troubleshooting: Offers strategies for identifying and resolving CPU, memory, and lock contention issues.
  • Use Case: When you encounter a bug in your Go code, use this Skill to systematically diagnose and fix the issue.

Quick Start

Use the golang-troubleshooting skill to debug the 'main.go' file and find the root cause of the error.

Frequently Asked Questions about golang-troubleshooting

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

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How do I debug a deadlock or race condition in my Go code?

Debug Go code systematically by identifying symptoms, reproducing the issue, and finding the root cause. This methodology applies to any Go project, covering common pitfalls, concurrency debugging, and performance troubleshooting to resolve unexpected behavior.

What is the best way to troubleshoot Go nil pointer dereference and interface bugs?

Troubleshoot Go nil pointer dereference and interface nil gotchas by following a systematic debugging methodology. It addresses common Go pitfalls including slice, map, defer, error, and context issues to help you find and fix the root cause.

How do I use pprof and Delve to fix Go performance and memory issues?

Fix Go performance and memory issues using pprof and Delve to identify CPU bottlenecks, memory leaks, and lock contention. The Skill provides performance troubleshooting strategies to resolve these resource constraints systematically.

Do I need Delve and GODEBUG to debug production Go applications?

Debugging production Go applications requires Delve, pprof, and GODEBUG to systematically identify symptoms and find root causes. The Skill covers production debugging strategies to resolve crashes and unexpected behavior in live environments.

Why does my Go program have a goroutine leak and how do I fix it?

Fix Go goroutine leaks by applying a systematic concurrency debugging methodology to identify symptoms and reproduce the issue. It provides guidance on handling race conditions, deadlocks, and resolving the root cause of leaked goroutines.