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Even with the power of AI, building software can sometimes be challenging. This guide helps you navigate common issues and provides strategies for getting back on track. Problem-solving is part of the building process, even with agentic coding.

Quick Reference

IssueDescriptionGuide
Network or connectivity problemsCannot start Workshop, send messages, or connect to servicesNetwork and Connectivity
Workshop seems stuck or confusedCircular suggestions, repeated failures, or inability to solve a problemDebugging Strategies
Project has gotten too complexLost in complexity, too many changes without progressWhen to Start Fresh
Misunderstood requirementsGenerated code does not match what you describedDebugging Strategies
Technical errors in generated codeError messages, features that do not work, console warningsDebugging Strategies
Performance issuesSlow application, high memory usage, long loading timesDebugging Strategies
Integration difficultiesProblems connecting to APIs, authentication failuresDebugging Strategies
Deployment issuesWorks locally but fails when deployedDebugging Strategies

Common Challenges at a Glance

Workshop Misunderstands Your Requirements

  • Be more specific — provide concrete examples and analogies
  • Break down complex requests into smaller pieces
  • Use the correction pattern: acknowledge what works, identify what needs to change, explain the desired outcome

Technical Errors in Generated Code

  • Share the exact error message with Workshop
  • Ask for both an explanation and a fix
  • Use version control to revert if changes make things worse
  • Test small pieces in isolation

Performance Issues

  • Ask Workshop to identify the bottleneck
  • Request specific optimizations for your use case
  • Be open to architecture changes if needed

Integration Difficulties

  • Verify API keys and permissions
  • Examine request/response data to find formatting issues
  • Create a minimal test case before implementing full functionality

Workshop Seems Stuck

  • Reset the approach: “Let’s step back. What’s the simplest way to approach this?”
  • Provide examples of what you are trying to achieve
  • Start a fresh conversation with key context

Connectivity Issues

  • Consult the Network and Connectivity guide
  • Ensure required domains are accessible on your network
  • Upgrade to the latest version of Workshop

Getting Help

If these guides do not resolve your issue: Troubleshooting is a natural part of the development process. By approaching problems methodically, communicating clearly with Workshop, and learning from each challenge, you will become more effective at resolving issues when they arise.