openspec-onboard

Guide users through OpenSpec change-cycle workflows in a codebase.

4|Updated Feb 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jaxxstorm/landlord --skill openspec-onboard-jaxxstorm
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openspec-onboard
Source: https://github.com/jaxxstorm/landlord/tree/main/.claude/skills/openspec-onboard
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jaxxstorm/landlord --skill openspec-onboard-jaxxstorm

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

OpenSpec onboarding guides users through a complete change-cycle workflow in a real codebase.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guided onboarding: step-by-step walkthrough covering initialization, task selection, exploration, creating a change, drafting artifacts (proposal, specs, design, tasks), and archiving.
  • Real-codebase practice: apply tasks to a live repository to demonstrate workflow discipline.
  • Reproducible learning: artifact templates and prompts enable consistent learning sessions.

Quick Start

Run the OpenSpec onboarding flow using the /opsx:onboard command to begin in your project, following the Phase-by-Phase prompts.

Frequently Asked Questions about openspec-onboard

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I learn the OpenSpec change-cycle workflow for my codebase?

OpenSpec onboarding provides a guided, step-by-step walkthrough of the change-cycle workflow, covering initialization, proposal, specs, design, tasks, implementation, and archiving in your real codebase.

What is the OpenSpec change-cycle process for managing project changes?

The OpenSpec change-cycle is a structured workflow that organizes project modifications through phases: initialization, task selection, artifact drafting, implementation, and archiving to ensure reproducible learning and workflow discipline.

Do I need the OpenSpec CLI installed to start the onboarding tutorial?

Yes, you must have the OpenSpec CLI installed to run the onboarding flow, which uses the /opsx:onboard command to begin the phase-by-phase prompts in your project repository.

How do I organize specs and design artifacts when using OpenSpec?

OpenSpec organizes artifacts within a structured openspec/changes folder, separating proposals, specs, design documents, tasks, and archives to maintain consistent and reproducible learning sessions.

Can I apply the OpenSpec onboarding workflow to any existing project?

Yes, OpenSpec onboarding applies tasks to a live repository, making the change-cycle workflow applicable to any project seeking a reproducible learning rhythm and workflow discipline.

What's the best way to practice reproducible codebase change workflows?

Using guided onboarding with artifact templates and prompts enables consistent, reproducible learning sessions by applying structured change-cycle tasks directly to a real codebase environment.