openspec-onboard

Name: openspec-onboard
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Author: ishibata91

Guide developers through the OpenSpec onboarding workflow with structured change artifacts.

Updated Feb 3, 2026

Search Tags:#workflow #onboarding #codebase #openspec #specs #change-management

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npx skills add https://github.com/ishibata91/ai-translation-engine-2 --skill openspec-onboard-ishibata91

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Skill: openspec-onboard
Source: https://github.com/ishibata91/ai-translation-engine-2/tree/main/.agent/skills/openspec-onboard
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ishibata91/ai-translation-engine-2 --skill openspec-onboard-ishibata91

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

OpenSpec onboarding guides developers through a complete, real-codebase workflow, reducing setup time and increasing actionable learning.

Core Features & Use Cases

Phase-driven onboarding that walks through a real task in your repository
Structured artifact workflow (proposal, specs, design, tasks, archive) to teach the OpenSpec lifecycle
Clear guardrails and step-by-step instructions to minimize setup friction

Quick Start

Move into your workspace and run npx openspec to begin the guided onboarding.

Frequently Asked Questions about openspec-onboard

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I onboard OpenSpec workflows into an existing codebase?▼

To onboard OpenSpec workflows, run the npx openspec command in your workspace to trigger a guided, phase-driven process. This reduces setup time by walking developers through a real task using a structured artifact workflow.

What is the OpenSpec change management lifecycle for software projects?▼

The OpenSpec lifecycle is a structured artifact process for change management that guides developers from preflight to archive. It involves creating and wiring artifacts including proposals, specs, designs, tasks, and archive files.

Do I need any specific dependencies to start the OpenSpec onboarding process?▼

No specific dependencies are required to start the OpenSpec onboarding process. You only need an existing software project workspace to run the npx openspec command and begin the guided setup.

How does OpenSpec validate change artifacts during onboarding?▼

OpenSpec validates change artifacts by enforcing a structured process and checking for the presence of frontmatter, optional resources, and workspace prerequisites. This ensures all new and change artifacts meet the required specifications.

Can I practice creating OpenSpec specs and design artifacts in a real repository?▼

Yes, OpenSpec onboarding walks developers through hands-on phases within a real codebase. This allows you to practice creating and wiring change artifacts, including specs and design documents, step by step.

What is the best way to minimize setup friction when learning a new codebase workflow?▼

Using a phase-driven onboarding tool with clear guardrails and step-by-step instructions is the best way to minimize setup friction. OpenSpec provides this by guiding developers through real tasks in your repository.