investigate

Guide systematic debugging and root cause analysis with Bash and command-line tools.

Updated Jun 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/joyce820309/holo-oahu --skill investigate-joyce820309
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: investigate
Source: https://github.com/joyce820309/holo-oahu/tree/main/.skills/gstack/investigate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/joyce820309/holo-oahu --skill investigate-joyce820309

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires bash, grep, glob, askuserquestion, websearch, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured approach to debugging and root cause analysis, helping users systematically identify and resolve issues.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Systematic Debugging: Guides users through the phases of investigation, analysis, and implementation.
  • Allowed Tools: Supports a variety of tools like Bash, Read, Write, Edit, Grep, Glob, AskUserQuestion, and WebSearch.
  • Use Case: When faced with an error or unexpected behavior, this Skill can be used to systematically investigate and resolve the issue.

Quick Start

To start investigating an issue, simply say "debug this" or "investigate this error".

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 and how does root cause analysis work?

Systematic debugging with root cause analysis works by guiding users through structured phases of investigation, analysis, and implementation to identify the underlying cause of unexpected software behavior rather than just treating symptoms.

How do I troubleshoot a software error using a structured investigation method?

To troubleshoot a software error, you can initiate a structured investigation by prompting the system to debug the issue. It then guides you step-by-step through systematic investigation phases to resolve the error.

Can I use Bash and command-line tools for software troubleshooting?

Yes, you can use Bash and command-line tools for software troubleshooting. The investigation process explicitly supports Bash, Grep, and Glob to execute commands and search files during root cause analysis.

Do I need WebSearch to resolve unexpected software behavior?

You do not strictly need WebSearch, but it is supported as an allowed tool. You can use WebSearch alongside Bash and file reading tools to find external information while investigating unexpected software behavior.

What's the best way to investigate unexpected system behavior?

The best way to investigate unexpected system behavior is to follow a structured debugging approach that systematically moves through targeted investigation, root cause analysis, and resolution implementation using allowed command-line tools.