CRD-2.8: Workflow Error Handling & Validation

[charleslbryant]

User Story

As an operator, I get clear feedback when operations fail

Validation Scope

• JSON schema validation
• Workflow ID validation
• File existence validation
• API error handling

Error Types

• User input errors (clear messages with suggested fixes)
• API connectivity errors (graceful degradation)
• Server errors (proper error propagation)

Acceptance Criteria

• Validates inputs before API calls
• Clear error messages with suggested fixes
• Proper exit codes for different error types
• Graceful handling of network issues

Tasks Breakdown

• Create comprehensive error handling strategy
• Implement input validation utilities
• Create consistent error message formats
• Define exit code standards for different error types
• Add network resilience patterns
• Add comprehensive error scenario testing
• Update documentation with troubleshooting guide

Parent Issues

• Part of PRD PRD: Workflow Management Commands #2: Workflow Management Commands
• Cross-cutting concern for all workflow CRDs

Priority

Low - Ongoing improvement across all commands