investigate

Trace code paths across modules to locate root causes and generate test plans.

107|19|Updated Mar 23, 2026

Search Tags:#debugging #analysis #investigate #root-cause #bug-triage

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npx skills add https://github.com/mr-daedalium/ostack --skill investigate-mr-daedalium

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Skill: investigate
Source: https://github.com/mr-daedalium/ostack/tree/main/investigate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mr-daedalium/ostack --skill investigate-mr-daedalium

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Systematic debugging of software issues by enforcing a disciplined root-cause analysis workflow. It guides teams through four phases—investigate, analyze, hypothesize, implement—reducing guesswork and accelerating robust fixes.

Core Features & Use Cases

Structured Phase Workflow: Guides through root-cause investigation, data collection, hypothesis testing, and verified fixes.
Evidence First: Encourages reproducible steps, logs, and traceability for every debugging session.
Use Case: When a bug is reported as "investigate this error," start Phase 1 to collect symptoms and determine the defect scope.

Quick Start

Describe the failure, collect symptoms and logs, then begin Phase 1: Root Cause Investigation.

Frequently Asked Questions about investigate

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

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What is a systematic root-cause debugging workflow?▼

A systematic root-cause debugging workflow enforces a disciplined, four-phase process—investigate, analyze, hypothesize, implement—to reduce guesswork and accelerate robust software fixes. It guides teams through symptom identification, tracing code paths, and generating verified test plans.

How do I find the root cause of a software bug?▼

To find the root cause of a software bug, start by identifying failure symptoms and reproducing steps to establish the defect scope. Trace the code path across modules using Grep, Read, and Bash steps to locate the source, then generate a hypothesis and test plan.

What's the best way to triage a reported error with no clear cause?▼

The best way to triage a reported error is to begin Phase 1: Root Cause Investigation. Describe the failure, collect symptoms and logs, establish traceability for the debugging session, and determine the specific defect scope before attempting any code changes.

Does this debugging analysis workflow require specific dependencies or components?▼

No specific dependencies or components are required to use this debugging analysis workflow. It relies on standard system utilities like Grep, Read, and Bash steps to trace code paths across modules, ensuring it can be applied broadly to any software engineering environment.

How do I verify a software fix and prevent regressions after debugging?▼

To verify a software fix after debugging, the workflow recommends applying concrete fixes with verification steps alongside regression tests. It also generates fallback options to ensure robust remediation and confirm the original defect scope is fully resolved.