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Identify software issue root causes through symptom collection and code review.

Updated Oct 25, 2025
Search Tags:#debugging#investigation#reproduce#hypothesis#root-cause#code-reading#test-and-verify
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npx skills add https://github.com/shaythegay13/serenity-pocket-app-final --skill investigate-shaythegay13
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Skill: investigate
Source: https://github.com/shaythegay13/serenity-pocket-app-final/tree/main/.claude/skills/gstack/investigate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/shaythegay13/serenity-pocket-app-final --skill investigate-shaythegay13

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Root-cause debugging is a structured approach to identify and fix the underlying causes of software issues before patches, reducing repeated defects and wasted time.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Systematic phases: investigate, analyze, hypothesize, implement to guide debugging.
  • Scope locking and evidence gathering to prevent scope creep and regression.
  • Proactive guidance for "debug this" or "why is this broken" scenarios.

Quick Start

Issue a detailed bug report, then initiate the root-cause investigation by collecting symptoms, reading relevant code paths, and verifying with targeted tests.

Frequently Asked Questions about investigate

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

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What is root-cause debugging and how does it fix software bugs?▼

Root-cause debugging identifies the underlying cause of software issues before patching by collecting symptoms, reading code, and verifying hypotheses with targeted tests to prevent repeated defects.

How do I find the root cause of a bug by reading code and testing?▼

To find the root cause, collect symptoms, read relevant code paths, formulate a hypothesis, verify with targeted tests, and lock the scope before implementing a fix with regression tests.

What is the best way to debug and fix a broken feature without causing regressions?▼

The best way to debug without regressions is using scope locking and evidence gathering to narrow the freeze scope, then creating a plan with regression tests before implementing the fix.

How do I reproduce a software issue to verify a debugging hypothesis?▼

To reproduce and verify a debugging hypothesis, collect detailed symptoms from a bug report, check recent code changes, and run targeted tests to confirm the root cause before fixing.

When should I use a systematic debugging workflow for fixing broken code?▼

Use a systematic debugging workflow for fixing broken code when you need to prevent scope creep, require evidence gathering, and want to avoid repeated defects from unverified patches.

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