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openspec-onboard

Guide users through a complete OpenSpec change cycle from idea to archive.

1|Updated Jan 21, 2026
Search Tags:#workflow#onboarding#guidance#software-development#openspec#change-management
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/durandom/layton --skill openspec-onboard-durandom
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openspec-onboard
Source: https://github.com/durandom/layton/tree/main/.claude/skills/openspec-onboard
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/durandom/layton --skill openspec-onboard-durandom

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates onboarding for OpenSpec by guiding users through a complete change cycle from idea to archive.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Step-by-step onboarding that demonstrates OpenSpec's preflight, phases, and artifacts (proposal, specs, design, tasks, and archive).
  • Hands-on guidance for creating a change, drafting a proposal, building specs, and executing tasks within a real codebase.

Quick Start

Start the onboarding flow to walk through a complete OpenSpec change cycle in your project.

Frequently Asked Questions about openspec-onboard

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

FAQPage Schema
What is OpenSpec onboarding and how does it guide software development changes?▼

OpenSpec onboarding is a guided workflow that walks you through a complete change cycle from idea to archive. It teaches you to draft proposals, build specs, design, and execute tasks with narrated, incremental learning. It applies across codebases and teams.

How do I create a change and draft a proposal in OpenSpec?▼

To create a change and draft a proposal in OpenSpec, you start the guided onboarding flow. The assistant walks you step-by-step through preflight, artifact creation, and execution phases within your real codebase.

Can I use OpenSpec onboarding across different codebases and team setups?▼

Yes, OpenSpec onboarding applies across codebases and teams. It provides safe, incremental learning by detailing phases, guardrails, and artifacts to support consistent change management regardless of your project environment.

What artifacts does the OpenSpec workflow require during a change cycle?▼

The OpenSpec workflow requires artifacts like proposals, specs, designs, tasks, and archives. The onboarding assistant demonstrates how to build and manage these artifacts throughout the preflight, execution, and archiving phases.

Do I need prior experience with change management to start OpenSpec onboarding?▼

No prior change management experience is required. OpenSpec onboarding is designed as an executable assistant that guides beginners through safe, incremental learning, detailing each phase and guardrail to support your workflow.

Why should I use guided OpenSpec onboarding instead of manual change management?▼

Guided OpenSpec onboarding automates the teaching of a complete change cycle, ensuring safe, incremental learning. It provides narrated guidance through preflight, specs, and archiving, reducing the risk of missing critical workflow artifacts.

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