i-have-an-issue

Diagnose software issues by aggregating evidence from GitHub issues, pull requests, and commit history.

Updated Jul 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rotnov/pycc --skill i-have-an-issue
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: i-have-an-issue
Source: https://github.com/rotnov/pycc/tree/main/.agents/skills/i-have-an-issue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rotnov/pycc --skill i-have-an-issue

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill addresses the uncertainty of debugging complex software issues by providing a structured methodology to gather evidence from the project's history and the broader open-source ecosystem.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Evidence Gathering: Systematically searches GitHub issues, pull requests, and commit history to identify if a bug is a known regression or a recurring design challenge.
  • Preventive Analysis: Helps identify compatibility traps and rejected approaches by reviewing prior discussions and project documentation.
  • Use Case: When encountering a cryptic compiler error in a new project, use this skill to cross-reference the error message against existing GitHub issues and pull requests to determine if a fix is already in progress or if a workaround exists.

Quick Start

Use the i-have-an-issue skill to research the history of the current compiler error by searching through the repository issues and pull requests.

Frequently Asked Questions about i-have-an-issue

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find the root cause of a software bug using GitHub issues and pull requests?

Root cause analysis for software bugs involves systematically aggregating evidence from upstream GitHub issues, pull requests, and commit history to identify if a problem is a known regression or recurring design challenge. This approach reveals prior failures and existing workarounds.

What is the best way to research a cryptic compiler error in an open source project?

Researching a cryptic compiler error requires cross-referencing the error message against existing GitHub issues and pull requests in the repository. This open source evidence gathering determines if a fix is already in progress or if a documented workaround exists.

How do I check if a software bug is a known regression before creating a new issue?

To check if a software bug is a known regression, search through the project's version control metadata and issue tracking systems. Reviewing historical commit history and prior bug triaging discussions confirms whether the failure has been previously reported.

Can I identify compatibility traps and rejected approaches in a repository's history?

Yes, you can identify compatibility traps and rejected approaches by performing preventive analysis on a repository. Reviewing prior discussions, project documentation, and pull request history highlights constraints and historical technical debt to avoid problematic implementations.

How do I gather evidence for software maintenance and bug triaging from upstream repositories?

Gathering evidence for software maintenance and bug triaging involves systematically searching upstream repositories and comparable open source projects. Synthesizing version control metadata and issue tracking data provides structured preventive checks against historical failures.

Do I need access to version control metadata for issue tracking and root cause analysis?

Yes, access to version control metadata and issue tracking systems is required to perform root cause analysis. This access allows the systematic aggregation of upstream evidence needed to synthesize prior failures and identify historical technical debt.