Checklists for software errors, setup, and tool workflows.

Fix 'pip install externally managed environment' Error

If you're seeing pip install fail with a message about an externally managed env...

Fix Git Detached HEAD State in Visual Studio Code

You open your project in Visual Studio Code, check the Git graph or status bar, and see something...

Fix Windows 11 Installation Assistant Stuck at 99% SFC Scan

You're upgrading to Windows 11 using the Installation Assistant, and it hangs at 99% while ru...

Fix VSCode Terminal Not Opening with Git Bash

You open Visual Studio Code, press Ctrl+` to bring up the terminal, and expect Git Bash. Instead,...

Python Virtual Environment Not Activating After Install: Fixes

You installed a Python virtual environment with python -m venv myenv, but when you t...

Fix pnpm ERR_PNPM_OUTDATED_LOCKFILE Lockfile Error

When running pnpm install or pnpm update, you may see:

ER...