What is the primary benefit of using Explore mode?

It provides a low-pressure environment to think through problems, visualize complex systems with ASCII diagrams, and surface hidden risks before you begin the implementation phase.

Can the OpenSpec Explore skill write application code?

No, Explore mode is strictly for thinking, investigation, and planning. While it can read files and create OpenSpec artifacts like designs or specs, it is hard-coded to never implement features or write application code.

How does this skill help with brownfield projects?

It can search and read existing codebases to map out current architecture, identify integration points, and find existing patterns, making it easier to plan changes in older systems.

Does this skill require external tools?

Yes, this skill requires the openspec CLI to be installed and configured to manage project artifacts and list active changes.

OpenSpec Explore

Name: OpenSpec Explore
Author: TomazWang

byTomazWang

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Enables a deep-thinking partner mode for exploring software architecture, clarifying requirements, and visualizing system designs without implementation pressure.

The OpenSpec Explore skill transforms Claude into a dedicated collaborator for the discovery phase of software development, allowing users to investigate codebase complexity and brainstorm solutions before committing to code. It leverages the OpenSpec system to ground discussions in existing project context while using ASCII diagrams and probing questions to surface risks, hidden dependencies, and architectural patterns in both greenfield and brownfield projects. This skill is specifically designed for the 'thinking' phase, ensuring that requirements are solid and designs are vetted before any implementation begins.

主な機能

01Liberal use of ASCII diagrams for visualizing data flows and system states

021 GitHub stars

03Deep codebase investigation and architectural mapping using real project context

04Comparative analysis of technical options with trade-off tables

05Rigorous risk identification and assumption testing for complex features

06Seamless integration with OpenSpec artifacts like proposals, designs, and specs

ユースケース

01Untangling complex legacy logic or data flows in brownfield projects

02Comparing multiple implementation strategies and tech stacks before starting work

03Brainstorming high-level architecture and system boundaries for a new feature

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add tomazwang/deepfield openspec-explore

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

主な機能

01Liberal use of ASCII diagrams for visualizing data flows and system states

021 GitHub stars

03Deep codebase investigation and architectural mapping using real project context

04Comparative analysis of technical options with trade-off tables

05Rigorous risk identification and assumption testing for complex features

06Seamless integration with OpenSpec artifacts like proposals, designs, and specs

ユースケース

01Untangling complex legacy logic or data flows in brownfield projects

02Comparing multiple implementation strategies and tech stacks before starting work

03Brainstorming high-level architecture and system boundaries for a new feature