detecting-database-deadlocks

Prerequisites

Before using this skill, ensure:

• Required credentials and permissions for the operations
• Understanding of the system architecture and dependencies
• Backup of critical data before making structural changes
• Access to relevant documentation and configuration files
• Monitoring tools configured for observability
• Development or staging environment available for testing

Instructions

Step 1: Assess Current State

1. Review current configuration, setup, and baseline metrics
2. Identify specific requirements, goals, and constraints
3. Document existing patterns, issues, and pain points
4. Analyze dependencies and integration points
5. Validate all prerequisites are met before proceeding