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rails-bug-triage

Convert Rails bug reports into failing specs and fix plans.

22|6|Updated Mar 11, 2026
Search Tags:#tdd#debugging#rails#reproduction#bug-triage#boundary-analysis#spec-definition
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/igmarin/rails-agent-skills --skill rails-bug-triage
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Skill: rails-bug-triage
Source: https://github.com/igmarin/rails-agent-skills/tree/main/rails-bug-triage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/igmarin/rails-agent-skills --skill rails-bug-triage

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps engineers turn ambiguous Rails bug reports into reproducible failing specs and actionable fix plans, reducing guesswork and accelerating resolution.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Capture bug reports and restate expected vs actual behavior.
  • Localize the failure boundary across request handling, domain logic, jobs, or engine integration.
  • Define the first failing spec and the smallest safe fix path, with handoff to downstream skills (rails-tdd-slices, rspec-best-practices, rails-code-review).

Quick Start

Capture the bug report, bound the scope, gather evidence, select the first failing spec, define the smallest safe fix, and hand off to the next skills.

Frequently Asked Questions about rails-bug-triage

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I debug a Rails bug when I don't know which layer is causing the issue?▼

Debugging an ambiguous Rails bug requires localizing the failure boundary across request handling, domain logic, jobs, or engine integration to determine where the defect originates before attempting a fix.

What is the best way to turn an ambiguous Rails bug report into a reproducible failing spec?▼

Turning a Rails bug report into a reproducible failing spec involves restating expected versus actual behavior, gathering evidence, and selecting the first failing spec to define a clear reproduction case for the reported issue.

How do I find the smallest safe fix path after reproducing a Rails bug?▼

Finding the smallest safe fix path requires defining the first failing spec that reproduces the bug, then mapping out the minimal code change needed to make that spec pass while maintaining existing functionality.

Can I use this bug triage approach for Rails engine integration issues?▼

Yes, this Rails bug triage approach is explicitly applicable when debugging engine integration issues, allowing you to bound the scope and identify failure boundaries within engine components alongside request handling and domain logic.

When do I need to use boundary analysis for Rails debugging?▼

You need boundary analysis for Rails debugging when the responsible layer for a bug is unclear, requiring you to systematically isolate the failure across request handling, domain logic, background jobs, or engine integration.

What should I do after defining the first failing spec for a Rails bug?▼

After defining the first failing spec for a Rails bug, you should hand off the actionable fix plan to downstream skills such as rails-tdd-slices, rspec-best-practices, and rails-code-review for implementation and review.

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