openspec-explore

Explores ideas and requirements while investigating existing codebases and comparing options.

3|Updated Jan 27, 2026

Search Tags:#design thinking #ideation #problem solving #requirements #exploration #codebase investigation

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npx skills add https://github.com/Agentic-Engineering-Agency/specsafe --skill openspec-explore-agentic-engineering-agency

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openspec-explore
Source: https://github.com/Agentic-Engineering-Agency/specsafe/tree/main/.opencode/skills/openspec-explore
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Agentic-Engineering-Agency/specsafe --skill openspec-explore-agentic-engineering-agency

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill acts as a thinking partner to help users explore ideas, investigate problems, and clarify requirements before or during a change, without directly implementing code.

Core Features & Use Cases

Deep Thinking: Engages in curious, open-ended exploration of user-provided topics.
Codebase Investigation: Can read files, search code, and map architecture relevant to the discussion.
Option Comparison: Helps brainstorm and compare different approaches, visualizing tradeoffs.
Use Case: A user is unsure about the best way to implement a new feature. They engage this Skill to discuss the problem space, explore existing code patterns, and visualize potential solutions before committing to an implementation path.

Quick Start

Engage the openspec-explore skill to think through a new feature idea.

Frequently Asked Questions about openspec-explore

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I explore ideas and clarify requirements before writing code?▼

An AI exploration tool clarifies requirements by engaging in open-ended ideation, reading your codebase, and visualizing technical tradeoffs before you commit to a specific implementation path.

How do I investigate a codebase to understand existing patterns for a new feature?▼

Investigate a codebase for new features by using an AI assistant to read files, search code, and map relevant architecture, helping you understand existing patterns before implementation.

What is the best way to compare technical approaches and visualize tradeoffs?▼

The best way to compare technical approaches is to brainstorm options with an AI thinking partner that visualizes tradeoffs and maps architectural impacts without writing code.

Can I use design thinking to map out a problem space without committing to an implementation?▼

Yes, you can apply design thinking to map out a problem space without committing to implementation by using a non-prescriptive, adaptive AI exploration process focused on open-ended problem solving.

Does this requirements exploration process work with existing change artifacts?▼

Yes, the requirements exploration process operates within the OpenSpec system and references existing change artifacts when available, aligning your ideation with prior project decisions.

Why should I not use an AI coding assistant for direct implementation during the ideation phase?▼

Avoid direct implementation during the ideation phase because premature coding bypasses requirements clarification; instead, use an exploration tool to visualize tradeoffs and map architecture first.