openspec-explore

Idea exploration is handled through a conversational interface that helps you investigate problems and clarify requirements without implementation constraints. It reads your codebase and supports creating design artifacts to structure your thinking.

Yes, an OpenSpec-aware environment and familiarity with the OpenSpec CLI are required. The tool integrates directly with OpenSpec tools to analyze codebases and generate specifications during exploration sessions.

Codebase analysis sessions support creating OpenSpec artifacts like proposals and specifications. The tool reads your code, searches through it, and helps translate exploration findings into structured design documents.

Brainstorming complex problems works best in Explore Mode, a conversational interface designed for investigation without implementation constraints. It provides visualization through ASCII diagrams and decision support to help structure your thinking.

Codebase exploration supports visualization through ASCII diagrams during problem investigation sessions. These visual aids help clarify complex ideas and support decision-making as you explore requirements and design options.

You should avoid using this exploration tool when you need to write actual implementation code rather than clarify ideas. It is designed for investigation and problem clarification, not for generating executable code or handling implementation details.