k8s-sre-investigation

Guide Kubernetes SRE teams through a 5-phase incident investigation.

1|3|Updated Feb 28, 2026
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Skill: k8s-sre-investigation
Source: https://github.com/vobbilis/aigile/tree/main/.github/skills/k8s-sre-investigation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vobbilis/aigile --skill k8s-sre-investigation

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a disciplined, non-guessing approach to Kubernetes incident troubleshooting by guiding practitioners through a repeatable 5-phase process: triage, observe, correlate, diagnose, and remediate.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • 5-phase investigation workflow: triage, observe, correlate, diagnose, and remediate.
  • Evidence-driven diagnostics using kubectl, logs, metrics, and events.
  • Safe remediation practices with a focus on minimal disruption and post-incident verification.

Quick Start

Describe a Kubernetes incident and initiate the 5-phase investigation to identify root causes and remediation actions.

Frequently Asked Questions about k8s-sre-investigation

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

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How do I troubleshoot Kubernetes pod crashes and performance degradation?

Troubleshoot Kubernetes pod crashes and performance degradation by applying a structured 5-phase investigation process: triage, observe, correlate, diagnose, and remediate. This evidence-driven approach uses kubectl, logs, metrics, and events to identify root causes and execute safe remediation steps.

What is the best way to investigate Kubernetes network problems and resource exhaustion?

The best way to investigate Kubernetes network problems and resource exhaustion is through a disciplined, non-guessing methodology that enforces strict evidence collection. It correlates cluster metrics and events across a 5-phase workflow to diagnose cloud-native issues while ensuring minimal disruption during remediation.

How do I perform root-cause analysis for Kubernetes incidents without guessing?

Perform root-cause analysis for Kubernetes incidents without guessing by following a repeatable investigation workflow that requires triage, observation, correlation, and diagnosis using actual cluster evidence before remediation. This prevents speculative fixes and ensures issues are resolved safely.

Does this structured SRE investigation work for latency issues across Kubernetes clusters?

Yes, this structured SRE investigation works for latency issues across Kubernetes clusters. It applies the 5-phase triage, observe, correlate, diagnose, and remediate workflow to diagnose cloud-native performance degradation and network problems while maintaining strict evidence collection and post-incident verification.

What are the limitations of using a structured 5-phase workflow for incident management?

The limitation of using a structured 5-phase workflow for incident management is that it requires strict adherence to evidence collection across triage, observe, correlate, diagnose, and remediate phases. It enforces safe remediation practices with minimal disruption, which may slow down urgent fixes requiring immediate action.