openspec-propose

Generate proposal.md, design.md, and tasks.md from a user prompt via the openspec CLI.

Updated Feb 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/OpenElementsLabs/Octobird --skill openspec-propose-openelementslabs
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openspec-propose
Source: https://github.com/OpenElementsLabs/Octobird/tree/main/.claude/skills/openspec-propose
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/OpenElementsLabs/Octobird --skill openspec-propose-openelementslabs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Propose a new change with all artifacts generated in one step, enabling teams to quickly articulate a build idea and receive a complete proposal with design, specs, and implementation tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automates the generation of proposal.md, design.md, and tasks.md from a user prompt.
  • Walks you through a guided change lifecycle: from naming to artifact creation to readiness for implementation.
  • Integrates with the openspec CLI for end-to-end workflow and artifact dependencies.

Quick Start

Describe the change you want to implement and let openspec generate a complete proposal with all artifacts.

Frequently Asked Questions about openspec-propose

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a complete software change proposal with design specs and tasks?

To generate a complete change proposal, you describe the build idea and the automation produces proposal.md, design.md, and tasks.md artifacts. This end-to-end workflow automates artifact creation and dependency management, articulating ideas into ready-to-implement design specs via a guided CLI process.

What is the best way to automate design spec and task generation for a new feature?

Automating design spec and task generation is best handled by applying a guided change lifecycle workflow to your build idea. This process automatically creates proposal.md, design.md, and tasks.md, ensuring all implementation tasks and artifact dependencies are documented and ready for development.

Does openspec support automated artifact creation and dependency management?

Yes, openspec supports automated artifact creation with dependency management through a guided CLI-driven process. It integrates directly into software development workflows to ensure proposal.md, design.md, and tasks.md are produced accurately from your initial change prompt.

Can I use this change management automation for any software development workflow?

Yes, you can use this change management automation for any software development workflow needing fast articulation of ideas. It applies broadly to environments requiring ready-to-implement artifacts, walking you through a guided lifecycle from naming the change to creating the files.

How do I create proposal.md, design.md, and tasks.md files in one step?

You create proposal.md, design.md, and tasks.md in one step by providing a prompt describing your intended change. The automation immediately generates all three artifacts, managing dependencies and ensuring the design specs and implementation tasks are fully articulated for the development team.

Why should I use a guided CLI workflow for change management over manual documentation?

A guided CLI workflow for change management ensures fast articulation of ideas into structured, ready-to-implement artifacts without manual formatting. It automates dependency management across proposal.md, design.md, and tasks.md, reducing human error and accelerating the software development lifecycle.