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name: error-message-explainer description: Explain compiler/runtime errors in plain language. Use when a junior developer needs help understanding an error message.

Error Message Explainer

Purpose

Explain compiler/runtime errors in plain language.

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.