Lesson 5-2 · Module 5
Prompt like a pro: a survival guide
A refreshingly practical take on prompting, for everyday users who want better results without technical complexity. Think of prompting as a conversation with your AI, refined through small nudges and thoughtful editing. Pick one or two of these and add more as you need them:
- Set the scene (curate the context)
- Bring your genius to the table (share your knowledge)
- Roleplay isn't just for theatre kids (assign a persona)
- Let your freak flag fly (encourage wild ideas)
- Boundaries breed brilliance (play with constraints)
- Lead by example (guide with examples)
- Demand exactly what you want (specify output formats)
- Small nudges, big wins (iterate through nudges)
- Channel your inner Spielberg (edit like a creative director)
- Picture this (get visual)
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