Learn from LunarG (Vulkan)

When the Sun Broke the Shader: The Vulkan SDK Solar Eclipse Bug

In 2019, the Vulkan graphics API SDK experienced a peculiar crash: the shader compiler failed on July 22nd, the day of a solar eclipse, due to a hidden easter egg. Incident Drill helps teams practice handling these bizarre, unexpected incidents.

LunarG (Vulkan) | 2019 | Bug (SDK)

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The Peril of Unexpected Dependencies

Modern software relies on complex systems and dependencies. The Vulkan SDK bug highlights the risk of hidden logic, unforeseen edge cases, and the importance of robust error handling. Without proper training, teams can struggle to diagnose and resolve these issues quickly.

PREPARE YOUR TEAM

Incident Drill: Prepare for the Unexpected

Incident Drill provides realistic incident simulations that allow your team to practice diagnosing, mitigating, and resolving issues like the Vulkan SDK Solar Eclipse Bug. Our platform helps you build resilience, improve communication, and develop critical thinking skills under pressure.

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Realistic Simulations

Experience incidents firsthand with realistic scenarios.

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Timed Exercises

Practice under pressure to improve response times.

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Collaborative Environment

Work together as a team to solve complex problems.

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Detailed Analytics

Track performance and identify areas for improvement.

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Post-Incident Reviews

Analyze what went wrong and learn from mistakes.

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Customizable Scenarios

Tailor incidents to your specific technology stack.

WHY TEAMS PRACTICE THIS

Build Resilience, Improve Response

✓ Identify and resolve issues faster
✓ Improve team communication and collaboration
✓ Develop critical thinking skills under pressure
✓ Reduce the impact of unexpected incidents
✓ Enhance overall system reliability
✓ Strengthen engineering team confidence

July 21, 2019

LunarG releases Vulkan SDK

July 22, 2019

Solar Eclipse occurs. Shader compiler crashes. ERROR

July 23, 2019

LunarG identifies and patches the bug. FIXED

How It Works

Step 1: Simulation

Experience the Solar Eclipse Bug scenario.

Step 2: Investigation

Analyze logs and code to identify the root cause.

Step 3: Mitigation

Develop a temporary workaround to restore functionality.

Step 4: Resolution

Implement a permanent fix and prevent future occurrences.

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