# Debugging Checklist

> Provide a systematic debugging checklist. Use when a junior developer is stuck and needs a structured approach.

- Skill: `lidge-jun/debugging-checklist` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add lidge-jun/debugging-checklist`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/lidge-jun/debugging-checklist/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: lidge-jun (https://skillmd.com/u/lidge-jun)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/lidge-jun/debugging-checklist

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# Debugging Checklist

## Inputs to request
- Repro steps and frequency.
- Environment details and recent changes.
- Logs, stack traces, or screenshots.

## Workflow
1. Reproduce the issue and isolate the scope.
2. Check inputs, environment, and recent changes.
3. Add targeted logs or breakpoints.

## Output
- Checklist ordered by likelihood.

## Quality bar
- Start with reversible, low-risk checks.
- Prefer minimal probes over broad logging.