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openspec-new-change

Scaffolds a new OpenSpec change directory with artifact workflow instructions.

Updated Jul 23, 2026
Search Tags:#workflow#scaffolding#cli#artifacts#change management#spec-driven development#openspec
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/shrek-abaper/sap-nexus-agent --skill openspec-new-change-shrek-abaper
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openspec-new-change
Source: https://github.com/shrek-abaper/sap-nexus-agent/tree/main/.comet/skills/skills/openspec-new-change
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/shrek-abaper/sap-nexus-agent --skill openspec-new-change-shrek-abaper

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Starting a new feature or fix with OpenSpec requires knowing the correct CLI commands, naming conventions, and artifact workflow order. This Skill guides the AI through scaffolding a new change correctly, so you get a properly structured change directory without memorizing the openspec CLI. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Guided Change Creation: Derives a kebab-case change name from your natural-language description and runs openspec new change to scaffold the directory. - Workflow Schema Selection: Uses the default artifact workflow by default, or a specific schema via --schema when you request one. - Artifact Status & Instructions: Shows which artifacts are ready via openspec status and prints the template for the first artifact with openspec instructions. - Use Case: You describe "add OAuth login support" and the Skill creates openspec/changes/add-oauth-login/, reports the artifact sequence, and presents the proposal template ready for drafting. ## Quick Start Ask the assistant to start a new OpenSpec change for the feature or fix you want to build, and it will scaffold the change and show the first artifact instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions about openspec-new-change

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I start a new OpenSpec change?▼

Describe what you want to build and the Skill derives a kebab-case name, then runs `openspec new change <name>` to scaffold the change at openspec/changes/<name>/. It then shows artifact status and the first artifact's instructions.

How do I use a different OpenSpec workflow schema?▼

Mention a specific schema name and the Skill passes `--schema <name>` to the openspec new change command. If you ask what workflows exist, it runs `openspec schemas --json` so you can choose.

Does this Skill create the change artifacts automatically?▼

No. It only scaffolds the change directory and displays the template and instructions for the first artifact. It explicitly stops and waits for your direction before drafting any artifact content.

What happens if the change name already exists?▼

The Skill suggests continuing the existing change instead of creating a duplicate. It also asks for a valid name if the provided name is not in kebab-case format.

What are the requirements for using OpenSpec change scaffolding?▼

You need the openspec CLI installed and available in the environment. The Skill itself only issues openspec commands and does not require additional packages or API keys.

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