openspec-archiving-cn

The archiving workflow handles ADDED, MODIFIED, and REMOVED specification sections by merging these differences into resident documentation. It updates cross-references during consolidation to ensure non-destructive integration of deployed changes into the permanent specs.

Non-destructive archiving requires a defined workflow that verifies task completion, merges diffs, and creates timestamped archives. Validation hooks check resident documentation post-merge to ensure cross-references remain intact across multi-project environments.

The archiving workflow supports multi-project environments by enforcing consistent archival timing and integrity checks. It standardizes the process of moving completed change directories to timestamped archives and merging diffs into resident documentation.

Spec diff merges can break cross-references if the workflow lacks validation hooks for resident documentation. A proper archiving workflow updates cross-references during the merge and validates the integrity of resident specs after consolidation.

A timestamped archive is necessary when consolidating completed change proposals to ensure traceability and auditability. It moves the change directory into a time-stamped archive location, providing a permanent record of the deployed changes.