openspec-new-change

To create an OpenSpec change, run the openspec CLI with a kebab-case name. This guided workflow handles schema selection and scaffolding, then reports the artifact status and first template without creating artifacts.

An artifact-driven workflow for change management structures feature work by scaffolding changes first. It displays the status and template of the first artifact before creation, ensuring a reproducible, structured plan before implementation.

Yes, you need the openspec CLI installed and accessible in your system path to scaffold changes. The CLI is required to execute the guided naming, schema selection, and artifact workflow generation.

Your OpenSpec change requires a kebab-case name to ensure consistent tracking and organization of feature work. The guided workflow enforces this naming convention automatically during the scaffold creation process.

No, the openspec new change command does not create artifacts automatically. It scaffolds the change structure and displays the first artifact template, allowing you to review the plan before any artifacts are actually generated.

The best way to start a feature fix with OpenSpec change management is using an automated scaffold. It guides you through kebab-case naming and schema selection to establish a structured, reproducible plan before implementation.