Troubleshooting and Debugging

Oct 13, 2025 by wbrum.org 90 views

Describe the Bug

As a topic manager, it is essential to have the ability to edit skill descriptions to ensure that the content is accurate and up-to-date. However, a bug has been identified that prevents topic managers from editing skill descriptions. This issue not only affects the functionality of the skill editor but also impacts the overall user experience.

UI Suggestion: Skill Name Placement

In addition to the bug, there is a UI suggestion that can enhance the user experience. The skill name should be located on the next line under the "Skill description should be at most 100 characters." This minor adjustment can make the skill editor more intuitive and easier to use.

URL of the Page Where the Issue is Observed

The issue is observed on the following URL:

https://www.oppiatestserver.org/skill_editor/BgZftjBsHQB2/#/

Steps to Reproduce

To reproduce the issue, follow these steps:

Log in as a topic manager.
Navigate to the skill attached to the topic you are managing.
Observe the skill editor.

Expected Behavior

The expected behavior is that the topic manager should be able to edit the skill description. The UI should be clear, and the pencil icon should be visible, indicating that the topic manager has access to edit the skill description.

Screenshots/Videos

The following screenshots and videos demonstrate the issue:

https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/d538003f-d8a1-4ddc-83f0-48382de94a2e

Device and Operating System Information

The issue is observed on a desktop computer running MacOS.

Browser Information

The issue is observed on Google Chrome.

Additional Context

No additional context is provided.

Tips for Developers

Before addressing the bug, please follow these steps:

Identify the PR that caused the issue by following the steps outlined in the wiki.
If you identify the PR, comment on the issue with a link to it. If not, mention the commit hash of the oldest commit you saw the bug on (and the month and year it was made in).
Leave a comment with details of the approach that you plan to take to fix the issue (see example).

Note: If this is your first Oppia issue, please make sure to follow our guidelines for choosing an issue and setting things up. You will also need to show a demo of the fix working correctly on your local machine. Thanks!

Troubleshooting and Debugging

To troubleshoot and debug the issue, follow these steps:

Review the code changes made in the PR that caused the issue.
Check the commit history to identify any potential issues.
Run the code on a local machine to reproduce the issue.
Use debugging tools to identify the root cause of the issue.
Collaborate with other developers to resolve the issue.

Fixing the Issue

To fix the issue, follow these steps:

Identify the root cause of the issue.
Create a new PR that addresses the issue.
Test the fix on a local machine.
Collaborate with other developers to review and merge the PR.
Deploy the fix to the production environment.

Conclusion

Q: What is the issue with editing skill descriptions as a topic manager?

A: The issue is that topic managers are unable to edit skill descriptions, which is a critical feature of the skill editor.

Q: What is the expected behavior?

A: The expected behavior is that topic managers should be able to edit skill descriptions. The UI should be clear, and the pencil icon should be visible, indicating that the topic manager has access to edit the skill description.

Q: What is the UI suggestion?

A: The UI suggestion is to move the skill name to the next line under the "Skill description should be at most 100 characters." This minor adjustment can make the skill editor more intuitive and easier to use.

Q: What is the URL of the page where the issue is observed?

A: The issue is observed on the following URL:

https://www.oppiatestserver.org/skill_editor/BgZftjBsHQB2/#/

Q: What are the steps to reproduce the issue?

A: To reproduce the issue, follow these steps:

Log in as a topic manager.
Navigate to the skill attached to the topic you are managing.
Observe the skill editor.

Q: What device and operating system is the issue observed on?

A: The issue is observed on a desktop computer running MacOS.

Q: What browser is the issue observed on?

A: The issue is observed on Google Chrome.

Q: What is the additional context?

A: No additional context is provided.

Q: What are the tips for developers?

A: Before addressing the bug, please follow these steps:

Identify the PR that caused the issue by following the steps outlined in the wiki.
If you identify the PR, comment on the issue with a link to it. If not, mention the commit hash of the oldest commit you saw the bug on (and the month and year it was made in).
Leave a comment with details of the approach that you plan to take to fix the issue (see example).

Q: What is the note for first-time Oppia contributors?

A: If this is your first Oppia issue, please make sure to follow our guidelines for choosing an issue and setting things up. You will also need to show a demo of the fix working correctly on your local machine. Thanks!

Q: How can I troubleshoot and debug the issue?

A: To troubleshoot and debug the issue, follow these steps:

Review the code changes made in the PR that caused the issue.
Check the commit history to identify any potential issues.
Run the code on a local machine to reproduce the issue.
Use debugging tools to identify the root cause of the issue.
Collaborate with other developers to resolve the issue.

Q: How can I fix the issue?

A: To fix the issue, follow these steps:

Identify the root cause of the issue.
Create a new PR that addresses the issue.
Test the fix on a local machine.
Collaborate with other developers to review and merge the PR.
Deploy the fix to the production environment.

Q: What is the conclusion?

A: The bug prevents topic managers from editing skill descriptions, which is a critical feature of the skill editor. The UI suggestion to move the skill name to the next line can enhance the user experience. By following the steps outlined in this article, developers can troubleshoot and debug the issue, fix the problem, and deploy the fix to the production environment.