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openspec-new-change

Scaffolds an OpenSpec change directory and guides the artifact workflow.

27|2|Updated Jan 31, 2026
Search Tags:#workflow#development#cli#scaffold#openspec#artifact#change
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/DataCovey/nornweave --skill openspec-new-change-datacovey
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openspec-new-change
Source: https://github.com/DataCovey/nornweave/tree/main/.cursor/skills/openspec-new-change
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DataCovey/nornweave --skill openspec-new-change-datacovey

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Start a new OpenSpec change using the experimental artifact workflow. Use when the user wants to create a new feature, fix, or modification with a structured step-by-step approach.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automates scaffolding of a new change directory and guides through the artifact workflow.
  • Validates workflow schema choice, checks artifact status, and retrieves first artifact instructions without creating artifacts.
  • Supports stopping and waiting for user direction, ensuring safe, auditable handoffs.

Quick Start

Describe the change you want to work on so the OpenSpec change flow can be scaffolded.

Frequently Asked Questions about openspec-new-change

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I scaffold a new change directory for OpenSpec?▼

Scaffolding a new OpenSpec change requires a kebab-case name to validate the workflow schema and generate the directory structure, returning the first artifact template to guide your subsequent steps.

What is the OpenSpec artifact workflow for feature development?▼

The OpenSpec artifact workflow is a structured, step-by-step process for initiating features, fixes, or modifications, automating directory scaffolding and guiding users through safe, auditable artifact creation handoffs.

Do I need to provide a specific format for the change name in OpenSpec?▼

Yes, the OpenSpec change flow requires a user-provided change name in kebab-case to properly scaffold the directory and validate the workflow schema before retrieving the first artifact instructions.

Can I use the OpenSpec change flow to guide modifications without creating artifacts automatically?▼

Yes, the OpenSpec change flow validates the workflow schema, checks artifact status, and stops before artifact creation, returning the first artifact template to ensure safe, auditable handoffs for user direction.

How do I start a structured feature fix workflow with OpenSpec?▼

Describe the change you want to work on using a kebab-case name, which automates the directory scaffolding and guides you through the experimental artifact workflow for initiating features or fixes.

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