openspec-onboard

Guide new OpenSpec users through a complete workflow cycle with narrated explanations and codebase tasks.

27|2|Updated Jan 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/DataCovey/nornweave --skill openspec-onboard-datacovey
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openspec-onboard
Source: https://github.com/DataCovey/nornweave/tree/main/.cursor/skills/openspec-onboard
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DataCovey/nornweave --skill openspec-onboard-datacovey

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

OpenSpec onboarding often requires guided setup, hands-on practice, and alignment on project conventions. This Skill provides a structured, instructor-led walkthrough that reduces ramp-up time by offering narrated explanations and live codebase tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guided onboarding: Walkthrough of a complete OpenSpec workflow cycle.
  • Hands-on practice: You perform real tasks in your codebase while being guided.
  • Artifacts creation: Proposals, specs, design, and tasks are generated as part of the workflow.
  • Change history: Provides an archivable record of decisions and changes.

Quick Start

Begin the guided onboarding by starting the OpenSpec workflow and following Phase 1 instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions about openspec-onboard

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

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How do I onboard new team members to OpenSpec workflows?

Onboard new OpenSpec users by guiding them through a complete workflow cycle with narrated explanations and hands-on codebase work. This structured walkthrough reduces ramp-up time by covering initial setup, task selection, and artifact generation.

What is the best way to learn OpenSpec change management through practice?

Learning OpenSpec change management through practice involves performing real tasks in your codebase while receiving phase-based guidance. This hands-on approach generates actual proposals, specs, designs, and tasks within your project.

How does guided OpenSpec onboarding handle proposal and spec creation?

Guided OpenSpec onboarding handles proposal and spec creation by walking users through artifact generation during a live coding session. It ensures structured process compliance using preflight checks before creating proposals, specs, designs, and tasks.

Can I use OpenSpec onboarding for initial project setup and live coding sessions?

You can use OpenSpec onboarding for initial project setup and live coding sessions. It applies to real project environments, guiding users from initial setup through task selection and directly into hands-on codebase work.

Does OpenSpec onboarding provide an archivable change history for decisions?

OpenSpec onboarding provides an archivable change history for decisions and changes. As you progress through the workflow cycle, it automatically records project conventions, artifact generation, and workflow decisions for future reference.