prompt-engineering-patterns

Design prompt patterns for few-shot learning, chain-of-thought, and structured outputs.

1|Updated Jan 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/phonowell/mimikit --skill prompt-engineering-patterns-phonowell
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Skill: prompt-engineering-patterns
Source: https://github.com/phonowell/mimikit/tree/main/.agents/skills/prompt-engineering-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/phonowell/mimikit --skill prompt-engineering-patterns-phonowell

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires numpy, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Master advanced prompt engineering techniques to maximize LLM performance, reliability, and controllability in production settings. It guides when to use advanced prompt patterns to optimize outputs and design robust production prompts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Few-Shot Learning: strategies for selecting and arranging examples to improve output quality and consistency.
  • Chain-of-Thought Prompting: techniques to elicit structured reasoning and verifiable steps.
  • Structured Outputs: formats and schemas (JSON, Pydantic) to ensure parseable results.
  • Prompt Optimization: iterative refinement, A/B testing, and performance measurement.
  • Template Systems: modular templates, variable interpolation, and conditional logic.
  • System Prompt Design: crafting role-based and constraint-driven prompts for reliable behavior.

Quick Start

Pick a production prompt task and apply a suitable pattern (for example, use Few-Shot Learning with contextual examples, Chain-of-Thought for complex reasoning, or Structured Outputs for reliable parsing) to improve results.

Frequently Asked Questions about prompt-engineering-patterns

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I design LLM system prompts for reliable production behavior?

Design LLM system prompts by establishing role-based constraints and validation rules to ensure reliable behavior. This approach builds modular, repeatable instructions that control model outputs and enforce safety in production settings.

What is the best way to structure LLM outputs for reliable parsing?

Structure LLM outputs using JSON schemas or Pydantic models to ensure reliable parsing. This enforces parseable, validated results and controllable responses from the language model in production environments.

How does chain-of-thought prompting improve complex reasoning tasks?

Chain-of-thought prompting improves complex reasoning by eliciting structured, verifiable steps from the LLM. This pattern breaks down intricate problems into sequential logic, maximizing performance and output traceability.

How do I use few-shot learning examples to improve LLM output consistency?

Improve LLM output consistency by strategically selecting and arranging few-shot learning examples within the prompt. This pattern guides the model to replicate desired formatting, quality, and reasoning behavior.

Can I use modular template systems for variable interpolation in LLM prompts?

Yes, you can use modular template systems featuring variable interpolation and conditional logic for LLM prompts. This infrastructure ensures repeatability and modularity across complex prompt engineering workflows.

Do I need numpy to run prompt engineering pattern scripts?

Yes, numpy is required as an environmental dependency to run the scripts and evaluation infrastructure. It supports the underlying computations needed for prompt optimization, A/B testing, and performance measurement.