ck:debug

Guide systematic debugging through investigation, analysis, testing, and implementation.

Updated Jan 11, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/felix-howard/ella --skill ck-debug
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Skill: ck:debug
Source: https://github.com/felix-howard/ella/tree/main/.opencode/skills/debug
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/felix-howard/ella --skill ck-debug

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive framework for systematically debugging issues, ensuring root cause analysis before any fixes are applied, and validating solutions at every layer.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Systematic Debugging: Follows a four-phase process (Investigate, Analyze, Test, Implement) to ensure bugs are fixed at their source.
  • Root Cause Tracing: Helps trace errors back through call stacks to pinpoint the origin of problems.
  • Defense-in-Depth Validation: Ensures data is validated at multiple layers to prevent bugs from recurring.
  • Use Case: When a critical bug is reported in production, use this Skill to guide the investigation, identify the exact root cause, implement a robust fix, and verify its effectiveness across all affected systems.

Quick Start

Use the ck:debug skill to investigate a reported bug in the user authentication flow.

Frequently Asked Questions about ck:debug

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

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How do I systematically debug a critical production bug?▼

Systematically debug a critical production bug by following a four-phase process: Investigate the symptoms, Analyze patterns and call stacks, Test hypotheses, and Implement a validated fix to ensure resolution at the source.

What is root cause analysis in software debugging?▼

Root cause analysis in software debugging is the process of tracing errors back through call stacks to pinpoint the exact origin of a problem, ensuring you fix the underlying issue rather than just addressing the symptoms.

How do I troubleshoot CI/CD pipeline failures and test failures?▼

Troubleshoot CI/CD pipeline failures and test failures by using a systematic investigation framework that analyzes error patterns, tests hypotheses, and validates solutions with defense-in-depth across affected systems.

Can I use this systematic debugging approach for database diagnostics and performance degradation?▼

Yes, you can use this systematic debugging approach for database diagnostics and performance degradation. It guides investigation, pattern analysis, and hypothesis testing to resolve code and system-level issues.

Why should I validate data at multiple layers when fixing bugs?▼

You should validate data at multiple layers when fixing bugs to establish defense-in-depth, which ensures data integrity across the stack and prevents the same errors from recurring in the future.

What is the best way to investigate a reported bug in the user authentication flow?▼

The best way to investigate a reported bug in the user authentication flow is to apply a systematic framework that traces the root cause through the call stack before implementing and verifying a robust fix.