binlog-generation Skill
Generate MSBuild binary logs (binlogs) for build diagnostics and analysis. USE FOR: adding /bl:{} to any dotnet build, test, pack, publish, or restore command to capture a full build execution trace, prerequisite for binlog-failure-analysis and build-perf-diagnostics skills, enabling post-build investigation of errors Published by microsoft in testfx.
What is binlog-generation Skill?
Generate MSBuild binary logs (binlogs) for build diagnostics and analysis. USE FOR: adding /bl:{} to any dotnet build, test, pack, publish, or restore command to capture a full build execution trace, prerequisite for binlog-failure-analysis and build-perf-diagnostics skills, enabling post-build investigation of errors Published by microsoft in testfx. This profile combines repository metadata with install, compatibility, and usage signals so developers can quickly decide whether it fits their agent workflow before opening the source repository.
Automated repository signals based on public metadata such as recency, license, installation evidence, and adoption. These are not a security audit or endorsement.
Key capabilities
- Includes SKILL.md support
- Reusable instructions support
- Testing
- Data analysis
- Testing use cases
- Data analysis use cases
Technical details
- Install or run with Copy skill directory
When to use binlog-generation Skill
- Use it for testing.
- Use it for data analysis.
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Source
- Creator: microsoft
- Repository: microsoft/testfx
- Skill file: .agents/skills/binlog-generation/SKILL.md
What it does
Generate MSBuild binary logs (binlogs) for build diagnostics and analysis. USE FOR: adding /bl:{} to any dotnet build, test, pack, publish, or restore command to capture a full build execution trace, prerequisite for binlog-failure-analysis and build-perf-diagnostics skills, enabling post-build investigation of errors
Skill instructions
Generate Binary Logs Pass the /bl switch when running any MSBuild-based command. This is a non-negotiable requirement for all .NET builds. Commands That Require /bl You MUST add the /bl:{} flag to: - dotnet build - dotnet test - dotnet pack - dotnet publish - dotnet restore - msbuild or msbuild.exe - Any other command that invokes MSBuild Preferred: Use {} for Automatic Unique Names Note: The {} placeholder requires MSBuild 17.8+ / .NET 8 SDK or later. The {} placeholder in the binlog filename is replaced by MSBuild with a unique identifier, guaranteeing no two builds ever overwrite each other — without needing to track or check existing files. bash Every invocation produces a distinct file automatically dotnet build /bl:{} dotnet test /bl:{} dotnet build --configuration Release /bl:{} PowerShell requires escaping the braces: powershell PowerShell: escape { } as {{ }} dotnet build -bl:{{}} dotnet test -bl:{{}} Why This Matters 1. Unique names prevent overwrites - You can always go back
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What is binlog-generation?
binlog-generation is a open-source AI agent skill with Copy skill directory. Generate MSBuild binary logs (binlogs) for build diagnostics and analysis. USE FOR: adding /bl:{} to any dotnet build, test, pack, publish, or restore command to capture a full build execution trace.
Who is binlog-generation best for?
binlog-generation is best for reusing agent instructions, scripts, and references, testing workflows, data analysis workflows.
How do I install binlog-generation?
Install or run binlog-generation using Copy skill directory. Check binlog-generation for the latest setup command.
Is binlog-generation actively maintained?
binlog-generation may need a closer maintenance check before production use.
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