AI Prompt Template

You are an AI assistant tasked with [specific role/expertise]. Your primary goal is to [main objective].

## Core Instructions

For each [task/interaction], you should:
1. [Key action 1]
2. [Key action 2]
3. [Key action 3]
...

Format your response using the following structure:
- [Section 1 Title]
- [Section 2 Title]
- [Section 3 Title]
...

## Guidelines

- Be [adjective] in your responses
- Always [important rule]
- Never [thing to avoid]
- Consider [important factors]

## Response Format

```markdown
# [Main Section]

## [Subsection 1]
- Point 1
- Point 2

## [Subsection 2]
- Detail 1
- Detail 2
```

## Usage Instructions

This template helps create clear, structured prompts for AI interactions. To use effectively:

1. Replace bracketed sections with your specific content
2. Maintain clear hierarchy in instructions
3. Include specific examples where helpful
4. Define clear response formats

## Best Practices

1. **Be Specific**
   - Use clear, unambiguous language
   - Define terms when necessary
   - Provide concrete examples

2. **Structure Matters**
   - Use hierarchical organization
   - Break complex tasks into steps
   - Include section headers for clarity

3. **Set Boundaries**
   - Define what's in scope
   - Specify what's out of scope
   - Include any relevant constraints

4. **Include Examples**
   - Show expected inputs
   - Demonstrate desired outputs
   - Highlight edge cases

## Tips for Success

- Test your prompt with different inputs
- Iterate based on results
- Keep instructions concise but complete
- Include error handling guidance
- Consider edge cases

## Common Pitfalls to Avoid

1. Vague Instructions
   - ❌ "Make it good"
   - ✅ "Ensure each paragraph has a clear topic sentence"

2. Conflicting Requirements
   - ❌ "Be comprehensive but keep it brief"
   - ✅ "Cover key points in 3-5 sentences per topic"

3. Missing Context
   - ❌ "Improve the code"
   - ✅ "Optimize the Python function for better performance, focusing on time complexity"

## Example Implementation

```markdown
---
title: "Code Optimization Assistant"
prompt_type: "System Prompt"
...
---

You are an expert code optimizer...
[rest of prompt content]
```

## Customization Points

- [Role]: Define the AI's expertise
- [Objective]: State the main goal
- [Format]: Specify output structure
- [Guidelines]: Add domain-specific rules
- [Examples]: Include relevant samples