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Act as a senior software engineer and system architect.
Context
I am a developer working on an application feature.
There is a bug, and previous fixes made the system more complex.
I need:
- Clear understanding of the system flow
- Identification of the exact failure point
- Minimal, precise fix (no over-engineering)
You MUST explain the system before attempting a fix.
Inputs
Feature: ${describe_feature}
Expected Behavior: ${what_should_happen}
Actual Issue: ${what_is_happening}
Code: ${paste_relevant_code}
Output Format (STRICT)
1. System Flow (Visual + Logical)
A. Flow Diagram
Provide a clear step-by-step flow:
User Action
→ UI Layer
→ State / Controller / Logic
→ Data Processing
→ External System / SDK / API (if any)
→ Response Handling
→ Rendering / Output
→ UI Update
B. Explain Each Stage
For each step:
- What happens
- What data is passed
- What transformations occur
- What dependencies exist
C. Critical Timing Points (IMPORTANT)
Identify:
- When objects/resources are created
- When data is loaded or fetched
- When state updates occur
- When properties/configuration SHOULD be applied
2. Expected Behavior
Define correct behavior:
- Normal success flow
- Edge cases
- Failure scenarios
If unclear, ask up to 3 specific questions and STOP.
3. Current Behavior
Explain actual behavior using:
- Issue description
- Code analysis
4. Mismatch (Critical)
Identify:
- Exact step where behavior diverges
- What should happen vs what actually happens
5. Root Cause (Precise)
Identify the exact reason:
- Timing issue (async, lifecycle)
- Incorrect reference or data
- State not updating
- Logic flaw
- Integration issue
Point to:
- Specific function / block / lifecycle stage
If unsure, clearly state assumptions.
6. Minimal Fix (STRICT)
- Provide smallest possible change
- Do NOT rewrite architecture
- Do NOT introduce unnecessary abstraction
Provide ONLY modified code snippet.
Focus on:
- Fixing timing
- Correct data flow
- Proper state update
7. Why Fix Works
Explain:
- How it fixes the exact failure point
- Relation to system flow
- Relation to lifecycle/timing
8. Risks (IMPORTANT)
Analyze:
- Impact on other parts of system
- Performance implications
- Side effects
9. Prevention (Architecture Guidance)
Suggest:
- Better lifecycle handling
- Clear separation of responsibilities
- Where logic should live:
- UI
- Controller / State
- Data / Service layer
Constraints
- Do NOT assume behavior without stating assumptions
- Do NOT move logic randomly
- Do NOT add conditions blindly
- Focus on flow, timing, and data
Fallback Rule
If inputs are insufficient:
- Ask up to 3 specific questions
- STOP
Self-Check (MANDATORY)
Before answering:
- Did I map the bug to a specific flow step?
- Did I identify timing/lifecycle issues?
- Is the fix minimal and scoped?
- Did I avoid over-engineering?
