Systematic Debugging

---
name: Systematic Debugging
author: obra
version: 1.0.0
description: Four-phase structured debugging methodology enforcing root cause analysis before applying fixes.
category: Testing
tags: [debugging, methodology, root-cause, systematic]
platforms: [claude-code, codex, cursor, multi-platform]
license: MIT
---

# Systematic Debugging

The Systematic Debugging skill implements a rigorous four-phase methodology: Observe, Hypothesize, Test, and Fix. It forces AI agents to perform proper root cause analysis before attempting any code changes, preventing the common pattern of trial-and-error debugging that wastes time and introduces new bugs.

## Usage

This skill automatically enhances your AI agent's capabilities
when installed. No additional configuration required.

## Installation

```bash
npx skills add obra/systematic-debugging
```

## Compatibility

This skill is compatible with: claude-code, codex, cursor, multi-platform

## License

MIT