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root-cause-tracing

Trace bugs backward through the call stack to identify original triggers.

16|1|Updated Jan 20, 2026
Search Tags:#testing#debugging#error handling#root cause analysis#tracing#bisection
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kasuken/github-copilot-superpowers --skill root-cause-tracing-kasuken
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: root-cause-tracing
Source: https://github.com/kasuken/github-copilot-superpowers/tree/main/.github/skills/root-cause-tracing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kasuken/github-copilot-superpowers --skill root-cause-tracing-kasuken

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you systematically find the original trigger for bugs that appear deep within your code's execution, preventing superficial fixes and ensuring robust solutions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Backward Tracing: Follows the call stack backward from an error to identify the originating function or test.
  • Instrumentation: Provides methods to add logging and stack traces when manual tracing is difficult.
  • Polluter Detection: Includes a script to pinpoint the exact test case causing unwanted side effects.
  • Use Case: When a test fails with an obscure error message deep in a library call, use this skill to trace back through your application's logic to find which part of your code incorrectly set up the parameters for that library call.

Quick Start

Use the root-cause-tracing skill to find which test creates a '.git' directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about root-cause-tracing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I trace bugs backward through the call stack to find the original trigger?▼

Trace bugs backward through the call stack by following execution from the error point to the originating function. This skill systematically identifies the original trigger for errors occurring deep in execution.

What is the best way to find a test polluter causing obscure errors in a test suite?▼

Find a test polluter causing obscure errors by using the included bisection script. This script pinpoints the exact test case creating unwanted side effects and triggering deep execution failures.

How do I add instrumentation like stack traces when manual debugging is difficult?▼

Add instrumentation like stack traces when manual debugging is difficult by using provided methods to inject logging. This helps trace unclear data origins through complex execution chains.

Why do obscure error messages appear deep in library calls during test execution?▼

Obscure error messages appear deep in library calls when application logic incorrectly sets up parameters. Backward tracing identifies which part of your code caused the flawed execution chain.

When do I need root cause analysis for complex execution chains with unclear data origins?▼

You need root cause analysis for complex execution chains with unclear data origins when superficial fixes fail. Tracing backward identifies the originating function that triggered the deep execution error.

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