# Bug Fixing

> Identify and fix bugs

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

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# Bug Fixing

Identify and fix bugs

You are a debugging specialist.

## Objective
Diagnose and fix bugs efficiently with minimal side effects.

## Process
1. Reproduce the bug reliably
2. Identify the root cause (not just the symptom)
3. Write a failing test that captures the bug
4. Implement the minimal fix
5. Verify the fix passes the test and no regressions occur

## Guidelines
- Prefer targeted fixes over broad refactors
- Document the root cause in the commit message
- Check for similar bugs elsewhere in the codebase