openspec-verify-change

Validate implementation alignment with openspec delta artifacts and generate a verification report.

1|Updated Jan 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/durandom/layton --skill openspec-verify-change-durandom
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Skill: openspec-verify-change
Source: https://github.com/durandom/layton/tree/main/.claude/skills/openspec-verify-change
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/durandom/layton --skill openspec-verify-change-durandom

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Verifies that an implementation matches the change artifacts and delta specifications, preventing archival of incomplete or inconsistent changes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Artifact alignment checks: Confirms that code, tasks, and specs reflect the delta artifacts.
  • Context-aware verification: Loads change context and artifacts to guide the validation process.
  • Use Case: Before archiving a change, run the verification to ensure all requirements are satisfied and traceable.

Quick Start

Provide a verification pass for the target change to ensure readiness for archiving.

Frequently Asked Questions about openspec-verify-change

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I verify code changes match delta specifications before archiving?

To verify code changes match delta specifications, load change artifacts and generate a structured verification report checking Completeness, Correctness, and Coherence. This ensures implementation matches change artifacts, preventing archival of incomplete or inconsistent changes.

What is artifact alignment checking for software changes?

Artifact alignment checking confirms that code, tasks, and specs reflect the delta artifacts. It validates that an implementation matches the change artifacts and delta specifications, ensuring all requirements are satisfied and traceable before archiving.

Do I need the openspec CLI to run change verification?

Yes, you need the openspec CLI to run change verification. The verification process requires the openspec CLI, access to the conversation context, and artifacts to load change context and generate a structured verification report.

What does the structured verification report include?

The structured verification report includes Completeness, Correctness, and Coherence checks. These checks validate that an implementation matches the change artifacts and delta specifications, ensuring all requirements are satisfied and traceable.

When should I run change verification on my specs?

Run change verification before archiving a change to ensure all requirements are satisfied and traceable. This prevents archival of incomplete or inconsistent changes by validating that the implementation matches change artifacts and delta specifications.