Debug Loop
Automatically identifies and iteratively fixes test failures by analyzing root causes and suggesting code adjustments.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add debug-loop npx -- -y @trustedskills/debug-loop
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"debug-loop": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/debug-loop"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
The debug-loop skill allows an AI agent to step through a process or set of instructions, providing detailed output at each stage. This is particularly useful for identifying errors and bottlenecks within complex workflows. It helps agents systematically analyze their actions and the results they produce, facilitating iterative refinement and improved performance.
When to use it
- Troubleshooting failed tasks: If an agent consistently fails to complete a task, use
debug-loopto understand where the process is breaking down. - Analyzing complex workflows: Break down multi-step processes into smaller, manageable chunks for detailed inspection and optimization.
- Understanding decision-making: Gain insight into why an agent made specific choices by observing its reasoning at each step of a task.
- Improving agent efficiency: Identify slow or redundant steps within a process to streamline the agent's actions.
Key capabilities
- Step-by-step execution with detailed output
- Process breakdown for error identification
- Workflow analysis and optimization
- Decision-making transparency
Example prompts
- "Run this script in debug mode, showing me each step."
- "Debug the following workflow: [workflow description]."
- "Explain your reasoning at each stage of completing this task."
Tips & gotchas
The skill’s effectiveness relies on clear and well-defined instructions for the agent to follow. Complex or ambiguous tasks may produce overwhelming debug output, so start with simpler scenarios.
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