Debugging Checklist
Systematically identifies common code errors using a comprehensive debugging checklist to improve software quality.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add debugging-checklist npx -- -y @trustedskills/debugging-checklist
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"debugging-checklist": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/debugging-checklist"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
This skill provides a structured debugging checklist to systematically identify and resolve issues in code. It guides the AI agent through common error sources, ensuring a thorough investigation process. The checklist covers areas like input validation, boundary conditions, and resource management, leading to more robust solutions.
When to use it
- When an AI agent is generating incorrect or unexpected results from code.
- During automated testing phases to ensure comprehensive bug detection.
- To help troubleshoot complex errors where the root cause isn't immediately apparent.
- After receiving feedback indicating a program has failed in a specific scenario.
Key capabilities
- Provides a step-by-step debugging process.
- Covers common error categories (input validation, boundary conditions).
- Helps identify resource leaks and inefficient code.
- Offers guidance on isolating the source of errors.
Example prompts
- "Run the debugging checklist on this Python script: [script content]"
- "I'm getting a 'TypeError' in my JavaScript code; can you use the debugging checklist to help me find the problem?"
- "Apply the debugging checklist to analyze why this function is returning incorrect values."
Tips & gotchas
The skill assumes basic familiarity with programming concepts and error types. It’s most effective when used on relatively small, self-contained code snippets for focused analysis.
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