openspec-new-change

Scaffold OpenSpec change directories and guide first artifact creation.

9|2|Updated Mar 12, 2026

Search Tags:#cli #openspec #change-management #workflow-guidance #artifact-workflow #change-scaffolding

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npx skills add https://github.com/fjpulidop/specrails-core --skill openspec-new-change-fjpulidop

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Skill: openspec-new-change
Source: https://github.com/fjpulidop/specrails-core/tree/main/.claude/skills/openspec-new-change
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fjpulidop/specrails-core --skill openspec-new-change-fjpulidop

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

OpenSpec change management often lacks a consistent starting structure; this skill provides a guided, artifact-driven workflow to initialize a new change with a clean, repeatable layout.

Core Features & Use Cases

Guided change creation: scaffolds openspec changes in a standardized directory and prepares the first artifact.
Artifact-driven workflow: supports an experimental, schema-based process that can adapt to different change types.
Guardrails and status visibility: prevents premature artifact creation and shows what remains to be done.

Quick Start

Initiate a new change with the openspec-new-change skill to scaffold the change directory and preview the first artifact instructions.

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 OpenSpec change directory?▼

Scaffolding a new OpenSpec change directory is automated by this skill through a guided artifact workflow that initializes a standardized layout and prepares the first artifact instructions.

What is the artifact workflow for OpenSpec change management?▼

The artifact workflow is an experimental, schema-based process that guides users through change creation, schema selection, and first artifact instructions for managing feature requests, fixes, or modifications in OpenSpec.

Can I create OpenSpec artifacts before the change directory is ready?▼

No, guardrails prevent premature artifact creation. The guided workflow ensures the organized change directory is properly initialized and provides status visibility to show what remains to be done before artifacts are created.

How do I initialize a structured change request for feature modifications using OpenSpec?▼

Initializing a structured change request for feature modifications uses the OpenSpec guided workflow to scaffold the change directory, select the appropriate schema, and preview the first artifact instructions.

Does OpenSpec change scaffolding support different change types?▼

Yes, the artifact-driven workflow supports an experimental, schema-based process that adapts to different change types including feature requests, fixes, or modifications within the OpenSpec directory structure.