memory-leak-debugging

Diagnose and fix JavaScript and Node.js memory leaks using memlab heap snapshot analysis.

Updated Mar 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sharegpu/gpushare-plugins --skill memory-leak-debugging-sharegpu
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Skill: memory-leak-debugging
Source: https://github.com/sharegpu/gpushare-plugins/tree/main/plugins/chrome-devtools-mcp/skills/memory-leak-debugging
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sharegpu/gpushare-plugins --skill memory-leak-debugging-sharegpu

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Diagnoses and resolves memory leaks in JavaScript and Node.js applications. Use when there is high memory usage, OOM errors, or when analyzing heapsnapshots or using memlab.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Use memlab to automatically find memory leaks from heapsnapshots, and follow workflows to isolate root causes.
  • Never read raw .heapsnapshot files directly; memlab processes are recommended for leak traces.
  • Distinguish between browser (client-side) and Node.js (server-side) leaks and apply appropriate fixes.

Quick Start

Take three memory snapshots with the chrome-devtools-mcp extension and analyze them with memlab to locate leaks and guide fixes.

Frequently Asked Questions about memory-leak-debugging

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How do I diagnose memory leaks in Node.js applications?

To diagnose memory leaks in Node.js, capture multiple heap snapshots and analyze them with memlab to automatically isolate leak traces and pinpoint root causes for fixing OOM errors.

What is the best way to analyze heap snapshots for JavaScript memory leaks?

The best way to analyze heap snapshots is using memlab rather than reading raw .heapsnapshot files directly, allowing automated processing to locate JavaScript memory leaks and guide fixes.

How do I fix high memory usage and OOM errors in frontend apps?

Fix high memory usage and OOM errors in frontend apps by taking three memory snapshots with chrome-devtools-mcp and running them through memlab to distinguish client-side leaks and apply appropriate fixes.

Can I use memlab to find memory leaks from raw .heapsnapshot files?

No, you should never read raw .heapsnapshot files directly. Memlab is recommended to process the snapshots, find memory leaks, and provide end-to-end workflows for isolating and applying fixes.

Does this memory leak debugging workflow support both browser and server-side JavaScript?

Yes, the memory leak debugging workflow distinguishes between browser client-side and Node.js server-side leaks, applying appropriate fixes for high memory usage and OOM errors across both environments.