What are 'artifacts' in this context?

Artifacts are structured documents or outputs (like a 'proposal' or 'design spec') required by a specific workflow schema before the actual coding begins.

How does it handle existing changes?

If you attempt to create a change with a name that already exists, the skill will detect the conflict and suggest that you continue working on the existing change instead.

Does this skill require external software?

Yes, this skill requires the openspec CLI to be installed on your system to create directories, check status, and retrieve artifact instructions.

What is the OpenSpec Change Manager skill?

It is a specialized tool for Claude Code that helps developers start new software features or fixes using the OpenSpec framework, which focuses on an artifact-driven, step-by-step development process.

Can I use different development workflows?

Absolutely. While it uses a default schema, you can ask the skill to 'show workflows' to select a different OpenSpec schema that fits your specific project needs.

OpenSpec Change Manager

Name: OpenSpec Change Manager
Author: mvdmakesthings

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API Development

Initializes and scaffolds structured software changes using the OpenSpec artifact-driven workflow.

The OpenSpec Change Manager skill streamlines the process of starting new features, fixes, or modifications by implementing a structured, artifact-driven workflow within Claude Code. It integrates with the openspec CLI to automate the creation of change directories, manage artifact dependencies, and provide clear, context-aware instructions for the next steps in your development cycle. This skill is ideal for developers following spec-driven development practices, ensuring every code change is properly scaffolded and documented from the initial proposal to final implementation.

Key Features

01Supports multiple workflow schemas for different development needs

02Interactive change naming and validation through the AskUserQuestion tool

03Real-time artifact status tracking to manage development dependencies

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05Provides instant access to artifact templates and context-aware instructions

06Automates kebab-case directory creation for new software changes

Use Cases

01Standardizing the change lifecycle across a development team using OpenSpec

02Managing complex refactors that require multiple distinct documentation artifacts

03Starting a new feature with a spec-driven proposal-first approach

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add mvdmakesthings/claude-marketplace openspec-new-change

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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