investigate

Name: investigate
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Author: abysscn

Guide systematic debugging through 8 phases to identify root causes.

36|1|Updated Jun 4, 2026

Search Tags:#debugging #systematic approach #software development #error handling #root-cause analysis

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npx skills add https://github.com/AbyssCN/xihe --skill investigate-abysscn

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Skill: investigate
Source: https://github.com/AbyssCN/xihe/tree/main/skills/investigate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AbyssCN/xihe --skill investigate-abysscn

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires xihe, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured, automated process for debugging complex issues by guiding users through a series of steps to identify and resolve root causes.

Core Features & Use Cases

8-Phase Debugging: Follows a systematic approach with 8 distinct phases to ensure thorough debugging.
Root-Cause Analysis: Focuses on finding the underlying cause of an issue, not just symptoms.
Model-Agnostic: Works with any LLM, making it versatile for various models and applications.

Quick Start

To start debugging, use the command: /investigate /path/to/project --bug-description "Error message" --module /specific/module

Frequently Asked Questions about investigate

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

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What is systematic debugging for root-cause analysis?▼

Systematic debugging for root-cause analysis is a structured process that identifies underlying software issues rather than just treating symptoms. This approach guides you through 8 distinct phases: history search, reproduce, scope lock, pattern matching, hypothesis testing, fix, verify, and report.

How do I automate root-cause analysis for a software issue?▼

To automate root-cause analysis, use the command `/investigate /path/to/project --bug-description "Error message" --module /specific/module`. This initiates an automated 8-phase debugging workflow to systematically isolate and resolve complex software errors.

Do I need any specific environment setup to run systematic debugging?▼

Yes, you need the xihe system installed and configured before running the systematic debugging workflow. This prerequisite environment is required to properly execute the 8-phase root-cause analysis process.

Does this systematic debugging approach work with any LLM?▼

Yes, this systematic debugging approach is model-agnostic and works with any LLM. This versatility allows you to integrate the 8-phase root-cause analysis workflow into various models and software development applications without compatibility constraints.

What are the phases of systematic software debugging?▼

The phases of systematic software debugging include history search, reproduce, scope lock, pattern matching, hypothesis testing, fix, verify, and report. These 8 steps ensure thorough root-cause analysis by moving from initial error observation to verified resolution.

Can I target systematic debugging to a specific software module?▼

Yes, you can target systematic debugging to a specific software module by specifying the `--module` parameter in the command. This narrows the root-cause analysis scope, focusing the 8-phase debugging process on the targeted code.