gsd-debug

Identify root causes of software bugs through structured hypothesis testing.

Updated Apr 23, 2026

Search Tags:#testing #debugging #investigation #process #root-cause #software

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Skill: gsd-debug
Source: https://github.com/giovannimnz/gsd-caveman-hermes/tree/main/skills/gsd-debug
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/giovannimnz/gsd-caveman-hermes --skill gsd-debug-giovannimnz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps engineers debug issues using a disciplined, scientific approach, capturing symptoms, forming hypotheses, and tracking progress with persistent state.

Core Features & Use Cases

Structured symptom capture and clarification of context
Hypothesis generation and systematic testing to verify root causes
Step-by-step documentation and persistent state across debugging sessions
Use Case: when a bug occurs in a service, the skill guides you to reproduce, isolate, and fix with evidence.

Quick Start

Use a guided, structured debug session to identify and fix a bug, following symptom capture, hypothesis generation, testing, root-cause determination, and verification.

Frequently Asked Questions about gsd-debug

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

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What is a systematic approach to root cause debugging for software bugs?▼

Systematic root cause debugging involves capturing symptoms, formulating hypotheses, validating fixes, and tracking progress with persistent state across sessions to isolate software bugs with scientific rigor.

How do I investigate unexpected crashes in production environments?▼

To investigate unexpected crashes, use a structured process to capture symptoms, generate hypotheses, test them systematically, and verify the root cause before applying a fix across development and production environments.

What is the best way to structure a software testing workflow for bug isolation?▼

The best way to structure bug isolation is following a step-by-step scientific workflow: capture symptoms, generate hypotheses, test systematically, determine the root cause, and verify the fix with evidence.

Can I use a structured debugging process across multiple sessions?▼

Yes, you can use a structured debugging process across multiple sessions by leveraging persistent state management to maintain context, track hypotheses, and document step-by-step progress until the root cause is found.

How do I verify a root cause fix for unexpected software behavior?▼

You verify a root cause fix by systematically testing your hypotheses against the captured symptoms, ensuring the unexpected behavior is isolated, and validating that the fix resolves the issue with documented evidence.