Test Failure Analysis Mindset

Establish a balanced investigative approach for all test failures encountered in this session.

Core Principle

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Tests are specifications - they define expected behavior. When they fail, it's a critical moment requiring balanced investigation, not automatic dismissal.

Dual Hypothesis Approach

Always consider both possibilities when a test fails: