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repair-bug

Generates repair plans for bug reports with ranked causes and verification steps.

Updated Apr 11, 2026
Search Tags:#debugging#troubleshooting#verification#repair#bug-diagnosis#cause-analysis
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bennybennison/agent-toolkit --skill repair-bug
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: repair-bug
Source: https://github.com/bennybennison/agent-toolkit/tree/main/adapters/codex/templates/skills/repair-bug
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bennybennison/agent-toolkit --skill repair-bug

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The skill helps developers quickly pinpoint the root cause of bugs and provides a structured repair plan, turning vague symptoms into actionable fixes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Stepwise Diagnosis: Guides you through symptom definition, reproduction attempts, and evidence gathering.
  • Cause Ranking: Analyzes collected data to prioritize the most plausible causes.
  • Safe Repair Path: Suggests the least risky fixes and outlines verification steps.
  • Use Case: When a user reports a crash or inconsistent behavior, this skill structures the investigation and delivers a clear repair roadmap.

Quick Start

Ask the skill to diagnose the reported issue and suggest a repair plan.

Frequently Asked Questions about repair-bug

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I diagnose a software bug from a vague user report?▼

To diagnose a software bug from a vague user report, apply a structured debugging workflow that defines symptoms, attempts reproduction, and analyzes evidence. This method ranks plausible causes and generates a structured repair plan.

What is the best way to structure a bug repair plan for crashes?▼

The best way to structure a bug repair plan for crashes is to follow a stepwise diagnosis that produces symptom summaries, ranks causes, recommends safe fixes, and outlines verification steps. This creates a clear repair roadmap.

How does cause ranking help with troubleshooting operational anomalies?▼

Cause ranking helps with troubleshooting operational anomalies by analyzing collected diagnostic evidence to prioritize the most plausible root causes. This focuses your repair efforts on the highest probability issues first.

Can I generate verification steps for inconsistent behavior fixes?▼

Yes, you can generate verification steps for inconsistent behavior fixes by following a safe repair path. It outlines specific actions to confirm the recommended fixes resolve the reported software issue without introducing new risks.

When do I need a stepwise diagnosis for bug diagnosis?▼

You need a stepwise diagnosis for bug diagnosis when users report operational anomalies, crashes, or broken flows. It guides you through symptom definition and evidence gathering to pinpoint the root cause and structure your investigation.

Does this bug diagnosis approach work without dependencies or components?▼

Yes, this bug diagnosis approach works without dependencies or components. It provides a self-contained methodology to analyze software issues, rank causes, and suggest safe repairs directly from the reported symptoms and evidence.

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