ruby-test-analyzer

Analyze RSpec test failures and provide debugging guidance for Ruby projects.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jwplatta/prompt-library --skill ruby-test-analyzer
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Skill: ruby-test-analyzer
Source: https://github.com/jwplatta/prompt-library/tree/main/claude/plugins/rubyist/skills/ruby-test-analyzer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jwplatta/prompt-library --skill ruby-test-analyzer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires jq, rspec, bundler, git, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers quickly diagnose failing RSpec tests and receives actionable debugging guidance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Failure pattern recognition for common RSpec errors
  • Provide structured debugging steps and likely fixes
  • Quality analysis and suggestions for missing tests
  • Integration with test result outputs

Quick Start

Run after you have test results (e.g., from rspec) to get debugging hints. Example: analyze failures with the included script.

Frequently Asked Questions about ruby-test-analyzer

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

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How do I diagnose failing RSpec tests in my Ruby project?

RSpec test failures can be diagnosed by analyzing error traces and test output to identify patterns. This Skill parses RSpec failure results and provides structured debugging steps, likely fixes with code examples, and guidance on test interactions with factories, hooks, and database state.

Can I use this tool to understand why my tests are failing?

Yes. The Skill recognizes common RSpec error patterns and delivers actionable debugging guidance tailored to your specific failures, including immediate checks and investigation steps to resolve them.

What testing frameworks does this work with?

This Skill is designed for Ruby projects using RSpec. It requires rspec, bundler, and git as dependencies to analyze test runs and provide failure-specific recommendations.

How can I improve my RSpec test quality?

After analyzing failures, this Skill performs quality analysis on your test suite, identifies gaps in coverage, and suggests missing tests to strengthen your overall test quality.

Does this handle complex test scenarios like factory interactions and database state issues?

Yes. The Skill analyzes failures involving factories, hooks, and database state interactions—common sources of flaky or environment-dependent test failures—to guide targeted fixes.

When should I run this Skill in my debugging workflow?

Run this Skill after executing your test suite and receiving RSpec output. It accepts test results directly and immediately provides debugging hints and fix suggestions without requiring manual error parsing.