Failure Description: I failed to notice a missing entry in the video_list.json file when comparing it to the actual files in the data directory. This oversight occurred despite having access to the file listing and the JSON content.
Solution: The issue was resolved by carefully comparing the file listing with the JSON content and adding the missing entry.
Lessons Learned:
- Always cross-reference provided file listings with data structures like JSON.
- Don't assume the completeness or accuracy of provided data without verification.
- Pay closer attention to details, especially when dealing with file listings and data integrity.
- Implement a systematic approach to compare file listings with data structures.
Future Prevention Strategies:
- Develop a mental checklist for data verification tasks: a. Compare the number of items in the file listing with the JSON entries. b. Cross-reference each file in the listing with the corresponding JSON entry. c. Look for patterns in file names and ensure all expected entries are present.
- When possible, suggest or implement automated tools to keep data structures in sync with file systems.
- Always double-check work, especially when dealing with data integrity issues.
- When errors are pointed out, take time to understand the root cause and document the learning process.
By following these strategies, I aim to improve accuracy and attention to detail in future tasks involving data verification and file management.