fathom-common-errors
Diagnose and fix Fathom API errors including auth failures and missing data. Use when API calls fail, transcripts are empty, or webhooks are not firing. Trigger with phrases like "fathom error", "fathom not working", "fathom api failure", "fix fathom".
Best use case
fathom-common-errors is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Diagnose and fix Fathom API errors including auth failures and missing data. Use when API calls fail, transcripts are empty, or webhooks are not firing. Trigger with phrases like "fathom error", "fathom not working", "fathom api failure", "fix fathom".
Teams using fathom-common-errors should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/fathom-common-errors/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How fathom-common-errors Compares
| Feature / Agent | fathom-common-errors | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Diagnose and fix Fathom API errors including auth failures and missing data. Use when API calls fail, transcripts are empty, or webhooks are not firing. Trigger with phrases like "fathom error", "fathom not working", "fathom api failure", "fix fathom".
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
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SKILL.md Source
# Fathom Common Errors
## Error Reference
### 1. 401 Unauthorized
**Fix**: Regenerate API key at Settings > Integrations > API Access.
### 2. 429 Rate Limited
Limit: 60 calls per minute across all API keys.
**Fix**: Implement exponential backoff. Batch requests.
### 3. Empty Transcript
**Causes**: Meeting still processing, recording too short, or audio quality issues.
**Fix**: Wait 5-10 minutes after recording. Check recording in Fathom UI.
### 4. Missing Summary
**Cause**: AI processing not complete.
**Fix**: Poll the recording endpoint until summary is available.
### 5. Webhook Not Firing
**Fix**: Verify webhook URL in Settings > Integrations > Webhooks. Test with:
```bash
curl -X POST https://your-url.com/webhooks/fathom \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{"type": "test"}'
```
### 6. OAuth Token Expired
**Fix**: Refresh the access token using your refresh token.
## Quick Diagnostics
```bash
# Test API key
curl -s -o /dev/null -w "%{http_code}" -H "X-Api-Key: ${FATHOM_API_KEY}" \
https://api.fathom.ai/external/v1/meetings?limit=1
```
## Resources
- [Fathom Help Center](https://help.fathom.video)
- [Fathom API Docs](https://developers.fathom.ai)
## Next Steps
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