openspec-onboard

Guide developers through the OpenSpec workflow from idea to implementation.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/atman-33/skills --skill openspec-onboard-atman-33
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Skill: openspec-onboard
Source: https://github.com/atman-33/skills/tree/main/.github/skills/openspec-onboard
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/atman-33/skills --skill openspec-onboard-atman-33

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

OpenSpec onboarding is streamlined by providing a structured, step-by-step workflow that takes a developer from initial setup to a complete, documented change using the OpenSpec lifecycle.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guided onboarding: Walks new users through the entire OpenSpec workflow with narration and hands-on codebase work.
  • Lifecycle coverage: Includes preflight, task selection, change creation, proposal, specs, design, tasks, apply, and archive phases.
  • Practical outcomes: Produces a fully documented record of decisions and artifacts that can be reused for onboarding new team members or audits.

Quick Start

Start by ensuring the OpenSpec CLI is installed, then run the onboarding flow in your repository to begin Phase 1: Welcome.

Frequently Asked Questions about openspec-onboard

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I onboard a developer to an OpenSpec workflow in a real codebase?

You can onboard developers by running a guided workflow that walks them through the OpenSpec lifecycle, requiring an OpenSpec CLI and repository access to create proposals, specs, designs, and archive artifacts.

What is the OpenSpec lifecycle for change management?

The OpenSpec lifecycle covers preflight, task selection, change creation, proposal, specs, design, tasks, apply, and archive phases, producing a fully documented record of decisions and artifacts for team onboarding or audits.

Do I need the OpenSpec CLI to start the onboarding workflow?

Yes, the OpenSpec CLI is required to initialize the workflow in your repository, create changes, and generate proposal, specs, design, and archive artifacts across the full lifecycle.

What artifacts does the OpenSpec workflow generate during onboarding?

The workflow generates proposal, specs, design, tasks, and archive artifacts, creating a fully documented record of decisions that can be reused for onboarding new team members or conducting audits.

Can I use OpenSpec onboarding for documenting codebase change management?

Yes, OpenSpec onboarding provides a structured workflow for change management, walking developers through problem discovery and artifact generation to produce a fully documented record of codebase modifications.