Does OpenSpec Explore write code?

No, this skill is strictly for thinking and investigation. It helps you plan, visualize, and document your ideas but will never modify your application code.

Can I use it with an existing codebase?

Yes, the skill is grounded in your actual project, allowing it to read files, search code, and identify existing patterns to inform your exploration.

How do I transition from exploration to coding?

Once your ideas are crystallized, you can exit explore mode and use commands like /opsx:new or /opsx:ff to begin the actual implementation process.

How does it integrate with the OpenSpec CLI?

It can list active changes, read existing proposals or design docs, and offer to update artifacts like specs/design.md based on your discussion.

OpenSpec Explore Mode

Name: OpenSpec Explore Mode
Author: ValorVie

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生産性とワークフロー

Facilitates deep architectural thinking, requirement clarification, and codebase investigation without the pressure of implementation.

OpenSpec Explore is a specialized Claude Code skill designed to act as a collaborative thinking partner during the early stages of software development or complex troubleshooting. It shifts Claude into a non-prescriptive 'explore mode' where it prioritizes curiosity and visualization over code generation, allowing users to map out architectures, identify edge cases, and refine requirements. By grounding discussions in the actual codebase while strictly avoiding file modifications, it helps developers build mental models and create OpenSpec artifacts like design docs and proposals before committing to a specific implementation path.

主な機能

01Direct integration with OpenSpec artifacts for capturing design decisions

023 GitHub stars

03Read-only codebase access to ensure safe architectural discovery

04Interactive architecture mapping and liberal ASCII visualization

05Non-linear brainstorming and assumption challenging without scripts

06Codebase-grounded problem investigation and pattern identification

ユースケース

01Investigating complex legacy code to map out dependencies and integration points

02Comparing multiple architectural approaches and trade-offs before starting a change

03Refining vague feature ideas into concrete technical requirements and specs

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add valorvie/custom-skills openspec-explore

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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