openspec-explore

Explore OpenSpec codebases to clarify ideas, assess risks, and analyze requirements.

9|3|Updated Mar 29, 2026

Search Tags:#code exploration #risk assessment #codebase investigation #idea clarification #requirement analysis

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npx skills add https://github.com/Kahtaf/OpenCandle --skill openspec-explore-kahtaf

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

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires openspec-cli, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of deep exploration and clarification of ideas and requirements within the OpenSpec codebase, providing a supportive partner for users who need to think through complex problems.

Core Features & Use Cases

Exploration Mode: Offers a non-prescriptive environment for thinking through ideas and requirements.
Codebase Investigation: Allows users to investigate the codebase for architecture, integration points, and patterns.
Option Comparison: Assists in brainstorming and comparing different approaches to a problem.
Visualization: Uses ASCII diagrams to clarify and visualize complex concepts.
Risk Surfacing: Identifies potential risks and unknowns within the system.
OpenSpec Integration: Fully aware of the OpenSpec system, aiding in change proposal and artifact creation.
Use Case: A developer is contemplating a new feature in the OpenSpec codebase. The skill helps explore the feasibility, potential risks, and integration points without implementing any code.

Quick Start

Enter explore mode to start thinking through your ideas and investigate the OpenSpec codebase.

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 ideas and assess feasibility before implementation?▼

Codebase exploration for idea clarification involves investigating architecture and integration points to evaluate feasibility and surface risks without writing code. This Skill provides a non-prescriptive environment to think through complex problems and compare approaches using visual diagrams.

Do I need OpenSpec CLI to investigate codebase architecture and integration points?▼

Yes, OpenSpec CLI is required for context and operations. The Skill integrates with the OpenSpec system to aid in change proposal creation and artifact generation during your codebase investigation.

What is the best way to surface risks and unknowns when analyzing requirements for a new feature?▼

Risk surfacing during requirement analysis identifies potential system unknowns by comparing different approaches and visualizing complex concepts. This Skill acts as a supportive partner to help you brainstorm and evaluate feasibility before committing to implementation.

Can I compare different approaches to a problem without generating any code?▼

Yes, exploration mode offers a non-prescriptive environment for brainstorming and comparing different approaches. It uses ASCII diagrams to visualize complex concepts and clarifies requirements without implementing code.

How does OpenSpec integration help with change proposal creation during codebase investigation?▼

OpenSpec integration aids change proposal and artifact creation by maintaining full awareness of the OpenSpec system during codebase investigation. It connects your requirement analysis and risk assessment directly to proposal generation workflows.