spectra-debug

Guide a four-phase debugging workflow with a three-attempt rule.

Updated Mar 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cashwu/Keyify --skill spectra-debug
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Skill: spectra-debug
Source: https://github.com/cashwu/Keyify/tree/main/.agents/skills/spectra-debug
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cashwu/Keyify --skill spectra-debug

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured, disciplined approach to debugging software issues, preventing guesswork and ensuring root causes are identified and fixed.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Four-Phase Workflow: Guides users through Reproduce, Isolate, Root Cause, and Fix phases.
  • Three-Attempt Rule: Enforces a limit on fix attempts per hypothesis to encourage reassessment.
  • Use Case: When encountering a bug like "search returns duplicate results," this skill will guide you to reliably reproduce the issue, pinpoint the faulty code section, understand the underlying logic error, and implement a verified fix.

Quick Start

Use the spectra-debug skill to debug the issue where the search returns duplicate results.

Frequently Asked Questions about spectra-debug

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I fix software bugs systematically without guessing?

A systematic debugging workflow guides you through four phases: Reproduce, Isolate, Root Cause, and Fix. It enforces evidence-based problem-solving to prevent guesswork and ensure root causes are identified and reliably fixed.

What is the three-attempt rule for bug fixing?

The three-attempt rule for bug fixing limits fix attempts per hypothesis to three. If a fix fails three times, it enforces reassessment of the underlying hypothesis, ensuring disciplined troubleshooting and preventing repeated unsuccessful code changes.

How do I isolate a root cause when troubleshooting code issues?

To isolate a root cause during troubleshooting, follow a structured workflow to reliably reproduce the issue and pinpoint the faulty code section. This evidence-based process ensures you understand the underlying logic error before implementing a fix.

Do I need the openspec CLI to run the systematic debugging workflow?

Yes, the openspec CLI is required for execution. The systematic debugging workflow relies on the openspec CLI to enforce debugging discipline and guide users through the four-phase process of reproducing, isolating, and fixing software issues.

When should I use a structured debugging workflow instead of ad-hoc troubleshooting?

Use a structured debugging workflow when ad-hoc troubleshooting fails to resolve complex software issues. It prevents guesswork by enforcing a disciplined approach, ensuring you reliably reproduce bugs, isolate faulty sections, and verify the fix.