openspec-new-change

To start an OpenSpec change, provide a kebab-case name or natural-language request, and the tool scaffolds the change structure and retrieves the first artifact template. It applies to feature requests, fixes, and modifications needing organized planning.

An artifact-driven workflow structures change management by generating sequential planning artifacts. The tool identifies the first ready artifact and provides exact instructions to draft it, guiding you from initial idea to structured proposal.

Yes, you need the openspec CLI installed to create a change scaffold. The tool relies on the CLI to generate the structure, select schemas, inspect status, and retrieve the first-artifact instructions.

To select a specific workflow schema, explicitly request it or ask to see available workflows. Otherwise, the tool automatically applies the default schema when creating your change scaffold.

Yes, you can use a natural-language description to name your change. The tool converts your request into a kebab-case name and creates the corresponding change scaffold automatically.

The best way to scope a product modification is to launch the change scaffold and follow the artifact-driven workflow. The tool shows current status and provides exact instructions to draft the first planning artifact.