openspec-onboard

Guide developers through a complete OpenSpec change cycle with narration and hands-on codebase work.

4|Updated Oct 10, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/JanuaryLabs/deepagents --skill openspec-onboard-januarylabs
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openspec-onboard
Source: https://github.com/JanuaryLabs/deepagents/tree/main/.claude/skills/openspec-onboard
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JanuaryLabs/deepagents --skill openspec-onboard-januarylabs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Open onboarding friction by guiding developers through a complete OpenSpec workflow with narration and hands-on codebase work.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guided onboarding: A step-by-step, teach-by-doing experience that reduces ramp-up time.
  • End-to-end workflow demonstration: Covers preflight, task selection, proposal, specs, design, tasks, apply, and archive to illustrate the full lifecycle.
  • Safe, explainable practice: Provides narration and pauses for confirmation to reinforce understanding.

Quick Start

Initialize OpenSpec in your project and follow the guided workflow to complete a full change cycle.

Frequently Asked Questions about openspec-onboard

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get started with OpenSpec for change management in my project?

To start OpenSpec change management, you need an accessible OpenSpec CLI in your project. This skill guides you through a complete, hands-on change cycle, covering preflight checks, task selection, proposals, specs, design, apply, and archiving.

What is the OpenSpec workflow lifecycle for software engineering tasks?

The OpenSpec workflow lifecycle covers preflight, task selection, proposal, specs, design, tasks, apply, and archive. It provides an end-to-end demonstration with narration to ensure transparent, safe practice during codebase modifications.

Does the OpenSpec onboarding workflow require any specific project setup?

Yes, the OpenSpec onboarding workflow requires an accessible OpenSpec CLI installed in your project. You also need clear instructions and a codebase to perform the hands-on work safely and transparently.

Can I use a guided CLI workflow to learn change management practices safely?

Yes, you can use this guided CLI workflow to learn change management practices safely. It pauses for confirmation and provides narration throughout the proposal, spec, design, and apply phases to reinforce understanding.

What is the best way to reduce ramp-up time when learning OpenSpec?

The best way to reduce OpenSpec ramp-up time is through a step-by-step, teach-by-doing experience. Completing a full change cycle with hands-on codebase work demonstrates the end-to-end workflow efficiently.