# Error Message Explainer

> Explain compiler/runtime errors in plain language. Use when a junior developer needs help understanding an error message.

- Skill: `lidge-jun/error-message-explainer` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add lidge-jun/error-message-explainer`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/lidge-jun/error-message-explainer/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/error-message-explainer

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# Error Message Explainer

## Inputs to request
- Full error text and stack trace.
- Code snippet around the failing line.
- Runtime or compiler version.

## Workflow
1. Restate the error in simple terms.
2. Point to the most likely offending line or call.
3. Provide one or two possible fixes.

## Output
- Plain-language explanation.
- Fix suggestions with examples.

## Quality bar
- Cite the exact line or symbol if possible.
- Offer the smallest viable fix first.