openspec-explore

Facilitate structured thinking sessions to explore problems and clarify requirements.

Updated Aug 27, 2026

Search Tags:#codebase #diagrams #open-spec #artifact #explore #thinking-partner

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npx skills add https://github.com/iinoshirozheng/SinoCloudChat --skill openspec-explore-iinoshirozheng

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openspec-explore
Source: https://github.com/iinoshirozheng/SinoCloudChat/tree/main/.agents/skills/openspec-explore
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/iinoshirozheng/SinoCloudChat --skill openspec-explore-iinoshirozheng

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Enter explore mode to think through ideas, investigate problems, and clarify requirements with a thinking partner before or during changes.

Core Features & Use Cases

Guided thinking partner: helps explore options, raise questions, and surface considerations without implementing.
Codebase exploration without execution: read files, search code, and investigate the codebase while avoiding writing or changing code.
OpenSpec-friendly collaboration: supports creating artifacts (proposals, designs, specs) when asked, while capturing thinking rather than executing.

Quick Start

Describe your problem and ask for a guided thinking session.

Frequently Asked Questions about openspec-explore

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I explore a codebase to clarify requirements before implementing changes?▼

To explore a codebase and clarify requirements, use a guided thinking session to read files and investigate code without modifying anything, capturing ideas and design considerations in OpenSpec artifacts.

What is a structured thinking session for early-stage problem framing?▼

A structured thinking session for problem framing is a guided exploration that helps you surface options, raise questions, and clarify design requirements deeply before writing or changing any code.

Can I read and search code without modifying files during a design discussion?▼

Yes, you can read and search code without modifying files during design discussions; the session enforces a non-implementation stance that allows codebase investigation while preventing any code execution or changes.

How do I create proposals and specs from captured ideas in a thinking session?▼

To create proposals and specs from captured ideas, request OpenSpec artifacts during the exploration session, allowing the thinking partner to document designs and specifications as structured outputs.

Does this guided exploration approach work for early-stage design discussions?▼

Yes, this guided exploration approach works specifically for early-stage design discussions by helping you think deeply, investigate problems, and clarify requirements before or during implementation changes.

What are the limitations of using a non-implementation thinking partner for codebase exploration?▼

The limitation of a non-implementation thinking partner is that it cannot write, execute, or modify code; it is restricted to reading files and creating OpenSpec artifacts, making it unsuitable for direct code changes.