dspy

Automate prompt optimization for declaratively defined AI tasks.

Updated Jul 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Toqsick/MaxClaw --skill dspy-toqsick
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Skill: dspy
Source: https://github.com/Toqsick/MaxClaw/tree/main/.claude/skills/dspy
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Toqsick/MaxClaw --skill dspy-toqsick

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires dspy, openai, anthropic, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of manually engineering prompts for language models, offering a more efficient and systematic approach to improve model outputs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Declarative Programming: Allows users to specify tasks in a declarative manner, eliminating the need for complex prompt construction.
  • Automated Optimization: Employs data-driven methods to optimize prompts automatically, enhancing model performance.
  • RAG Systems: Facilitates the creation of Retrieval-Augmented Generation systems with better reliability and accuracy.
  • Use Case: If you're building a complex AI system that requires multiple components and workflows, such as an agent or classifier, this Skill can help streamline the process.

Quick Start

To get started, install the dspy package using the command pip install dspy. Then, configure your language model and define a signature for your AI task.

Frequently Asked Questions about dspy

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

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How do I automate prompt engineering for complex AI systems?

Automate prompt engineering by declaratively defining task signatures, allowing data-driven optimization to automatically enhance language model performance. This systematic approach eliminates manual prompt construction for complex workflows like agents or classifiers.

What is declarative programming for language models and when should I use it?

Declarative LM programming specifies the desired task logic rather than manual prompt text. Use this approach when building Retrieval-Augmented Generation systems, complex agents, or classifiers to ensure better reliability and systematic output optimization.

Do I need openai and anthropic packages to build RAG systems with dspy?

Yes, installing the openai and anthropic packages is required alongside dspy to configure core language model providers. These dependencies supply the foundational API clients needed to run automated prompt optimization and RAG system workflows.

What is the best way to optimize prompts without manual engineering?

The best way to optimize prompts without manual engineering is using data-driven methods to automatically refine task definitions. By shifting to declarative signatures, you enable automated optimization that systematically improves model performance across various tasks.

How do I start building a classifier or agent using declarative LM programming?

To start building a classifier or agent, install the dspy package via pip, configure your preferred language model, and define a declarative signature for your specific AI task. This automatically streamlines the development process for complex multi-component workflows.

Why does manual prompt engineering fail for complex AI workflows?

Manual prompt engineering fails for complex AI workflows because it lacks systematic scalability and reliability. Declarative programming solves this by allowing you to define tasks programmatically, enabling data-driven automated optimization to enhance model outputs efficiently.