Can I visualize my architecture with this skill?

Yes, the skill is designed to use ASCII diagrams liberally to help you visualize system architectures, state machines, and data flows during the discovery process.

Does OpenSpec Explore modify my source code?

No. Explore mode is strictly for thinking, investigating, and planning. It will not write or implement application code, though it can generate documentation and design artifacts.

What is an OpenSpec artifact?

OpenSpec artifacts are Markdown documents like proposals, designs, and task lists that capture the logic and requirements of a change within the OpenSpec ecosystem.

When should I switch to Explore mode?

You should use Explore mode whenever you need to think through a problem, compare technical options, or clarify requirements before moving into the implementation phase.

How does this skill help with large codebases?

It can read and search your entire codebase to map existing patterns, identify dependencies, and surface complexities that might affect new feature development.

OpenSpec Explore Mode

Name: OpenSpec Explore Mode
Author: harqian

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Engages a specialized thinking partner mode to investigate codebases, brainstorm architectures, and clarify requirements without writing code.

OpenSpec Explore is a dedicated discovery environment for Claude Code designed to facilitate deep architectural thinking and requirement analysis. It acts as an interactive partner that helps developers navigate complex codebases, surface hidden technical risks, and visualize system flows using ASCII diagrams. By strictly separating thinking from implementation, it allows for thorough exploration of ideas and the generation of OpenSpec artifacts—such as proposals and design specs—ensuring that project requirements are crystal clear before a single line of application code is written.

Key Features

01Risk identification and assumption testing for complex technical problems

02Context-aware analysis of existing project artifacts and schemas

03Interactive codebase mapping and architectural discovery

04Seamless creation of OpenSpec proposals, designs, and task lists

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06Liberal use of ASCII diagrams to visualize data flows and state machines

Use Cases

01Refining vague user requirements into concrete technical specifications and artifacts

02Brainstorming architectural patterns and trade-offs before starting a new feature

03Navigating and documenting legacy codebases to understand existing integration points

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add harqian/wifi-client openspec-explore

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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