grinding-until-pass

Iteratively fix failing tests, builds, and lint checks until they pass.

672|104|Updated Apr 10, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #testing #debugging #refactoring #build #lint #ci

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Skill: grinding-until-pass
Source: https://github.com/spencerpauly/awesome-cursor-skills/tree/main/resources/grinding-until-pass
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/spencerpauly/awesome-cursor-skills --skill grinding-until-pass-spencerpauly

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the stop-and-start loop of fixing one error, waiting, and manually rechecking by keeping the agent focused on getting code quality checks to pass.

Core Features & Use Cases

Autonomous Fix Loop: Re-runs the target command after each minimal fix until tests, builds, lint, or type checks succeed.
Failure Triage: Reads the first error, identifies the root cause, and applies one targeted change at a time.
Practical Use Cases: Ideal after refactors, dependency upgrades, merge conflict resolution, or any situation where a codebase needs to be driven back to green without constant supervision.

Quick Start

Use this skill to keep fixing the current project until the chosen verification command passes, then report the changes and iteration count.

Frequently Asked Questions about grinding-until-pass

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

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How do I automatically fix failing tests and lint errors after a refactor?▼

Automatically fixing failing tests and lint errors requires an autonomous fix loop that re-runs your target command after each minimal edit. This approach reads the first error, applies a targeted change, and iterates until your build succeeds without manual supervision.

What is the best way to resolve broken CI runs without constant manual rechecking?▼

Resolving broken CI runs autonomously involves a tight fix-run-check loop with first-error focus. It removes the stop-and-start loop by keeping the agent focused on applying minimal edits until code quality checks pass.

How does autonomous build repair work after dependency upgrades or merge conflicts?▼

Autonomous build repair works by triaging the first failing test or lint check, identifying the root cause, and applying one targeted change at a time. It repeats this fix-run-check sequence until the codebase returns to green.

Are there limits to how many iterations an autonomous fixing loop will attempt?▼

Yes, autonomous fixing loops enforce a hard stop after ten iterations. This constraint prevents infinite repair cycles when the root cause is too complex or requires manual architectural intervention.

Can I use autonomous test repair for type checking and build failures?▼

Yes, autonomous test repair applies to builds, tests, lint, and type checks. It drives codebases back to green by applying minimal edits after refactors or dependency upgrades, targeting the specific failing verification command.

When do I need to run an automated fix loop for code quality checks?▼

You need an automated fix loop when a codebase requires autonomous repair after refactors, dependency upgrades, merge conflict resolution, or broken CI runs. It keeps the agent focused on passing tests without manual rechecking.