Does it capture the full kernel output?

Yes, all kernel logs are streamed to stdout in real-time and can be redirected to files for post-session diagnostic analysis.

What is the default timeout for a debug session?

The default timeout is 15 seconds, which is optimized for rapid feedback, but it can be easily adjusted using the --timeout flag.

How does signal detection work in this skill?

The skill performs real-time substring matching on kernel output lines, immediately terminating the session once a specified 'signal' string is detected.

Can I use this for both UEFI and BIOS modes?

Yes, the skill provides a --mode parameter to switch between BIOS and UEFI execution environments during the debug loop.

Is this skill suitable for automated testing?

Absolutely. It returns a standard exit code (0 for signal found, 1 for timeout), making it easy to integrate into larger test scripts or CI/CD pipelines.

Kernel Debug Loop

Name: Kernel Debug Loop
Author: ryanbreen

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Enables fast, iterative kernel debugging by executing time-bounded sessions with automated signal detection and real-time log monitoring.

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The Kernel Debug Loop skill streamlines the kernel development lifecycle by providing a specialized feedback loop for the Breenix kernel. It allows developers to run short, monitored sessions that automatically terminate when specific initialization checkpoints are reached or a timeout occurs, preventing system hangs and significantly reducing the time spent waiting for boot sequences. This skill is particularly effective for verifying kernel bug fixes, analyzing complex boot sequences, and performing rapid regression testing with precise timing data and diagnostic output.

Características Principales

Customizable timeouts and specific checkpoint verification markers
Comprehensive session summaries including elapsed time and output statistics
4 GitHub stars
Real-time log monitoring with automated substring signal detection
Support for both BIOS and UEFI boot modes for cross-firmware testing
Time-bounded execution to prevent kernel hangs during development

Casos de Uso

Debugging boot sequence failures by identifying specific hang points
Verifying kernel feature performance and optimization improvements through timing analysis
Rapidly iterating on kernel initialization and subsystem code changes

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Características Principales

Customizable timeouts and specific checkpoint verification markers
Comprehensive session summaries including elapsed time and output statistics
4 GitHub stars
Real-time log monitoring with automated substring signal detection
Support for both BIOS and UEFI boot modes for cross-firmware testing
Time-bounded execution to prevent kernel hangs during development

Casos de Uso

Debugging boot sequence failures by identifying specific hang points
Verifying kernel feature performance and optimization improvements through timing analysis
Rapidly iterating on kernel initialization and subsystem code changes