Can I use it to understand an existing project?

Yes. It can read your files and search your codebase to map existing architecture, find integration points, and identify patterns already in use.

What kind of artifacts can this skill create?

It can create and update OpenSpec-compliant Markdown artifacts such as proposal.md, design.md, tasks.md, and technical specifications to capture decisions made during exploration.

Does OpenSpec Explore write application code?

No, OpenSpec Explore is strictly a thinking and planning mode. It is designed to help you explore ideas and create documentation artifacts, but it is prohibited from implementing feature code.

When should I use explore mode vs. standard Claude Code?

Use explore mode when you are in the discovery phase, need to visualize a problem, or want to challenge assumptions before committing to a specific implementation path.

How does it handle complex technical decisions?

It uses a non-prescriptive approach, surfacing multiple directions, building comparison tables, and sketching trade-offs to help you reach the best conclusion for your specific context.

OpenSpec Explore

Name: OpenSpec Explore
Author: ElementsAI-Dev

byElementsAI-Dev

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Facilitates deep architectural exploration and requirement clarification as a dedicated thinking partner within the Claude Code environment.

OpenSpec Explore transforms Claude into a strategic thinking partner for the pre-implementation phase of software development, focusing on discovery rather than execution. It enables developers to investigate complex codebases, visualize system architectures through liberal use of ASCII diagrams, and refine requirements without the pressure of immediate coding. By grounding discussions in the actual codebase while strictly prohibiting implementation, this skill ensures that architectural decisions are well-reasoned and documented in OpenSpec artifacts before a single line of production code is written.

主な機能

01Deep codebase investigation and architectural mapping

02Liberal use of ASCII diagrams for complex system visualization

03Comparative analysis of technical options and architectural trade-offs

04Automated OpenSpec artifact creation including proposals, designs, and specs

052 GitHub stars

06Collaborative problem reframing and identification of hidden risks

ユースケース

01Brainstorming and documenting the design for major new feature requests

02Navigating and understanding complex legacy codebases before refactoring

03Evaluating architectural trade-offs between different technologies or patterns

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add elementsai-dev/cognialauncher openspec-explore

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

主な機能

01Deep codebase investigation and architectural mapping

02Liberal use of ASCII diagrams for complex system visualization

03Comparative analysis of technical options and architectural trade-offs

04Automated OpenSpec artifact creation including proposals, designs, and specs

052 GitHub stars

06Collaborative problem reframing and identification of hidden risks

ユースケース

01Brainstorming and documenting the design for major new feature requests

02Navigating and understanding complex legacy codebases before refactoring

03Evaluating architectural trade-offs between different technologies or patterns

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add elementsai-dev/cognialauncher openspec-explore

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT