meta-prompting

Design optimal prompts and task breakdowns for complex AI reasoning.

Updated Jan 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lshtram/core_dev --skill meta-prompting
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: meta-prompting
Source: https://github.com/lshtram/core_dev/tree/main/.agent/skills/meta-prompting
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lshtram/core_dev --skill meta-prompting

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

meta-prompting helps users design and refine prompts to reliably guide AI reasoning, breaking complex tasks into actionable steps.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Decompose complex requests into atomic steps using chain-of-thought and tree-of-thought techniques.
  • Create reusable reasoning scaffolds and prompts for cross-domain tasks.
  • Use cases include complex planning, multi-step analysis, and iterative prompt optimization.

Quick Start

Decompose a complex task into atomic steps and generate a reusable prompting scaffold for each step.

Frequently Asked Questions about meta-prompting

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

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How do I design prompts that guide AI reasoning for complex tasks?

To design prompts that guide AI reasoning, you decompose complex requests into actionable atomic steps. This ensures the AI executes multi-step planning and analysis reliably through structured instructions.

What is chain-of-thought prompt engineering and when should I use it?

Chain-of-thought prompt engineering breaks complex reasoning into sequential atomic steps. Use it for multi-step analysis and complex planning to improve AI task execution accuracy.

Can I use tree-of-thought techniques for multi-step analysis and planning?

Yes, tree-of-thought techniques decompose complex requests into atomic steps for multi-step analysis and planning. This creates reusable reasoning scaffolds that guide AI thinking across cross-domain tasks.

What's the best way to create reusable prompts for cross-domain tasks?

The best way to create reusable prompts is applying recursive refinement to build reasoning scaffolds. This generates structured prompting frameworks adaptable for complex cross-domain task execution.

How do I break down a complex request into atomic steps for AI execution?

Break down a complex request by applying prompt engineering techniques like chain-of-thought and tree-of-thought. This decomposes tasks into atomic steps, creating a reusable scaffold for each instruction.