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tdd-bug-fix

Automate a red-green-refactor bug-fix workflow with failing tests before fixes.

Updated Jun 2, 2026
Search Tags:#testing#tdd#debugging#red-green-refactor#test-driven-development#bug-fix
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npx skills add https://github.com/ano4l/SiteRent --skill tdd-bug-fix-ano4l
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Skill: tdd-bug-fix
Source: https://github.com/ano4l/SiteRent/tree/main/skills/testing/tdd-bug-fix
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ano4l/SiteRent --skill tdd-bug-fix-ano4l

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Bug fixes often regress or lack validation. This Skill enforces a red-green-refactor workflow to reproduce bugs as failing tests before implementing fixes, ensuring changes are safe and verifiable.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Reproduce bugs by writing failing tests (RED) before code changes (GREEN).
  • Implement minimal, targeted fixes and gradually refactor with confidence.
  • Maintain regression tests to guard against future defects across projects.

Quick Start

Create a failing test that reproduces the bug, implement a minimal fix, and run the full test suite to confirm regression protection.

Frequently Asked Questions about tdd-bug-fix

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I fix a bug using test-driven development to prevent regressions?▼

Test-driven development for bug fixing enforces a red-green-refactor workflow where you write a failing test reproducing the bug before implementing a minimal targeted fix, ensuring verifiable and regression-proof code changes.

What is the red-green-refactor workflow for debugging?▼

The red-green-refactor workflow for debugging involves reproducing bugs as failing tests (RED), implementing minimal targeted code changes to pass the test (GREEN), and gradually refactoring while maintaining regression tests for future defect protection.

How do I reproduce a bug as a failing test before applying a fix?▼

You reproduce a bug as a failing test by creating a test case that captures the exact defect behavior, confirming it fails against the current codebase before implementing any software fix to ensure safe and verifiable changes.

Can I use TDD bug fixing for my software development team?▼

Yes, TDD bug fixing applies to software development teams and individual developers who want verifiable, regression-proof bug resolution by enforcing minimal-change fixes and regression test maintenance across projects.

What's the best way to ensure minimal changes when fixing software bugs?▼

The best way to ensure minimal changes when fixing software bugs is enforcing a red-green-refactor workflow that mandates a failing test before the fix, ensuring targeted code changes and maintaining regression tests to prevent future defects.

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