prompt-engineering-patterns

Apply advanced prompt engineering techniques to improve LLM output reliability and consistency.

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npx skills add https://github.com/wshobson/agents --skill prompt-engineering-patterns-wshobson
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Skill: prompt-engineering-patterns
Source: https://github.com/wshobson/agents/tree/main/plugins/llm-application-dev/skills/prompt-engineering-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wshobson/agents --skill prompt-engineering-patterns-wshobson

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users create more effective, reliable, and controllable prompts for Large Language Models (LLMs), leading to better AI application performance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Advanced Prompting: Learn and apply techniques like Chain-of-Thought, Few-Shot Learning, and Structured Outputs.
  • Optimization: Improve LLM output quality, reduce token usage, and enhance response consistency.
  • Use Case: When designing a chatbot that needs to reliably extract specific information from user queries in a structured format (like JSON), this Skill provides the patterns and examples to build robust prompts.

Quick Start

Use the prompt-engineering-patterns skill to generate a prompt for sentiment analysis using few-shot examples.

Frequently Asked Questions about prompt-engineering-patterns

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get consistent structured output like JSON from an LLM?

To get consistent structured output from an LLM, apply structured output patterns that enforce strict formatting constraints. This Skill provides prompt templates to reliably extract specific information and generate valid JSON responses.

What is the best way to implement few-shot learning in LLM prompts?

Few-shot learning in LLM prompts is implemented by providing carefully selected examples within the prompt to guide model behavior. This Skill offers patterns to construct few-shot templates that enhance output quality and response consistency.

How does chain-of-thought prompting improve complex reasoning in production applications?

Chain-of-thought prompting improves complex reasoning by instructing the LLM to break down problems into intermediate steps. This Skill covers advanced chain-of-thought techniques to enhance performance and controllability in production applications.

How do I reduce token usage without sacrificing LLM output quality?

Reduce token usage and optimize LLM output quality by applying prompt optimization techniques and efficient template systems. This Skill provides strategies to minimize unnecessary tokens while maintaining reliable application performance.

Can I use these prompt engineering patterns for production chatbots?

Yes, these prompt engineering patterns are designed for production chatbots and AI applications. They address scenarios requiring complex reasoning, consistent output formatting, and efficient token usage to ensure reliability and controllability.

What should I do if my LLM output formatting is unreliable across different queries?

If LLM output formatting is unreliable, apply system prompt design and structured output patterns to enforce formatting constraints. This Skill provides template systems to enhance response consistency across varied user queries.