Can OpenSpec Explore Mode write or modify application code?

No, Explore Mode is strictly for thinking and planning. It can read files and create OpenSpec artifacts like designs or specs, but it is prohibited from implementing feature code.

Does this skill require any external dependencies?

Yes, this skill requires the OpenSpec CLI to be installed and configured in your development environment to manage technical artifacts.

When should I exit Explore Mode?

You should exit Explore Mode and transition to a change-focused mode (like /opsx:new or /opsx:ff) once you have crystallized your plan and are ready to begin writing code.

How does it interact with existing project documentation?

It can read your OpenSpec change artifacts (proposals, designs, tasks) to provide context and offer to capture new insights or decisions directly into those documents.

What is the primary benefit of using this skill?

It provides a low-pressure environment to map out ideas, challenge assumptions, and visualize complex logic using ASCII diagrams before committing to a specific implementation path.

OpenSpec Explore Mode

Name: OpenSpec Explore Mode
Author: meowrain

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Facilitates deep architectural thinking and requirement clarification by acting as a collaborative partner for codebase investigation and system design.

OpenSpec Explore Mode transforms Claude into a dedicated thinking partner for the pre-implementation phase of software development. It enables users to explore complex problem spaces, visualize system architecture through ASCII diagrams, and map out requirements without the risk of accidental code changes. By integrating directly with the OpenSpec CLI, it allows for grounded discussions that reference existing project artifacts like proposals and design docs, ensuring that technical decisions are well-reasoned and documented before any implementation begins.

主な機能

01Comparative analysis of technical paths and architectural tradeoffs

020 GitHub stars

03Deep problem space exploration and assumption challenging

04Real-time codebase investigation and complexity mapping

05Architectural visualization using liberal ASCII diagrams

06Seamless integration with OpenSpec artifacts like proposals and specs

ユースケース

01Reframing vague product requirements into concrete technical specifications

02Investigating existing codebases to identify integration points and hidden complexity

03Brainstorming high-level architecture for a new feature before writing code

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add meowrain/blog openspec-explore

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT