openspec-explore

Guide open-ended thinking sessions with questions and ASCII diagrams.

15|5|Updated Mar 19, 2026

Search Tags:#codebase #requirements #openspec #explore #thinking-partner #design-specs

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npx skills add https://github.com/zhuangpengLI/AgenticCPS --skill openspec-explore-zhuangpengli

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Skill: openspec-explore
Source: https://github.com/zhuangpengLI/AgenticCPS/tree/main/.qoder/skills/openspec-explore
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zhuangpengLI/AgenticCPS --skill openspec-explore-zhuangpengli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a thinking partner to help you explore ideas, investigate problems, and clarify requirements before taking action, reducing ambiguity and rework.

Core Features & Use Cases

Exploration & Clarification: Think deeply with a guided, open-ended conversational partner that reads relevant files and references to surface questions.
Visualization & Thinking Aids: Generate ASCII diagrams and structured thought traces to illuminate architecture, dependencies, and trade-offs.
Use Case: Before a major change, run an exploratory session to map requirements, risks, and alternative approaches with the AI as your thinking partner.

Quick Start

Describe your problem to start an exploratory session, and I will help map questions, visualize options, and surface considerations.

Frequently Asked Questions about openspec-explore

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I clarify requirements and explore design ideas before committing code changes?▼

To explore design ideas, use a thinking partner that reads relevant files and references to surface questions. It guides open-ended sessions to clarify requirements, map risks, and investigate alternative approaches before you commit code changes.

What is the best way to visualize architecture and dependencies during early design discussions?▼

The best way to visualize architecture is by generating ASCII diagrams and structured thought traces. This illuminates dependencies and trade-offs during early design discussions, providing clear visual references without requiring actual code generation.

Can I use this to scope problems and map risks across software projects?▼

Yes, you can scope problems across software projects by running an exploratory session. The thinking partner guides open-ended discussions to investigate problems and surface considerations, reducing ambiguity and rework before development.

Does this thinking partner generate code or only help with requirements clarification?▼

This thinking partner only helps with requirements clarification and does not generate code. It focuses on exploring ideas, proposing questions, and guiding open-ended thinking sessions to ensure your design specs are solid before implementation.

How do I start an exploratory session to investigate problems in my codebase?▼

To start an exploratory session, simply describe your problem. The thinking partner reads relevant files, maps questions, visualizes options with ASCII diagrams, and surfaces key considerations to help you investigate codebase problems.

When should I not use an exploratory thinking session for my software project?▼

You should not use an exploratory thinking session when you need actual code generation or immediate implementation. It is designed specifically for early design discussions, requirements clarifications, and problem scoping rather than writing code.