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Scaffolding a structured feature change requires automating the initialization of specific directories, frontmatter with name and description, and status tracking. This creates an auditable artifact workflow for managing feature work from start to finish.

An artifact-driven change workflow is a repeatable process that uses status checks and guided instructions before creating artifacts. It applies deterministic workflows to maintain consistent change management and status tracking across feature work.

Creating a new change with the OpenSpec CLI involves running the initialization command with a kebab-case name. This scaffolds the structured change directory and plan, applying built-in guardrails for safe orchestration.

Change scaffolding supports optional scripts, references, and assets directories alongside required frontmatter. This structure accommodates diverse development needs while maintaining built-in guardrails for safe orchestration.

You need a deterministic workflow for change management when your software team requires consistent change scaffolding and auditable history. It applies repeatable processes with status checks before creating artifacts to ensure safe orchestration across feature work.

Built-in guardrails for safe orchestration exist during change initialization. These guardrails apply status checks and guided instructions before creating artifacts, ensuring deterministic workflows and consistent change scaffolding across feature work.