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investigate

Debug software systematically through four phases to identify and fix bugs.

1|Updated Mar 1, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#debugging#investigation#safety#root-cause#boundary#gstack
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/anishs1207/agentic-cli --skill investigate-anishs1207
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: investigate
Source: https://github.com/anishs1207/agentic-cli/tree/main/.agents/skills/gstack-investigate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/anishs1207/agentic-cli --skill investigate-anishs1207

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Systematic debugging with root-cause investigation to identify and fix bugs by following a disciplined four-phase process: investigate, analyze, hypothesize, implement.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured root-cause analysis guides the debugging workflow from symptom collection to verification.
  • Phase-driven approach ensures reproducible investigations and clear handoffs between steps.
  • Safety checks and scope boundaries help prevent destructive edits during debugging sessions, while providing actionable guidance for developers.

Quick Start

Begin a root-cause investigation when a bug is reported and guide the agent through the four phases.

Frequently Asked Questions about investigate

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I perform systematic root-cause debugging to stop recurring bugs?▼

Systematic root-cause debugging identifies and fixes bugs through a disciplined four-phase process: investigate symptoms, analyze code paths, hypothesize solutions, and implement verified fixes safely.

What is the best way to structure a debugging investigation workflow?▼

A structured debugging investigation workflow enforces phase-driven progression from symptom collection to fix verification, ensuring reproducible analysis and clear handoffs between each investigative step.

Can I prevent destructive code edits during an automated debugging session?▼

Yes, automated debugging sessions can prevent destructive code edits by applying safety checks and scope boundaries that boundary-check modifications before implementation.

How do I test debugging hypotheses and verify fixes systematically?▼

To test debugging hypotheses and verify fixes systematically, collect symptoms, analyze code paths, evaluate each hypothesis, and confirm the fix resolves the root-cause without side effects.

Does root-cause analysis work for complex software investigations with multiple code paths?▼

Root-cause analysis works for complex software investigations by systematically tracing multiple code paths to pinpoint the exact origin of symptoms before implementing a targeted fix.

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