system-prompts

A tool for generating/maintaining documentation for arbitrary Unix-style command-line tools.

1|Updated Feb 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/az9713/oh-my-pi --skill system-prompts-az9713
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: system-prompts
Source: https://github.com/az9713/oh-my-pi/tree/main/.claude/skills/system-prompts
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/az9713/oh-my-pi --skill system-prompts-az9713

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive guide to writing effective system prompts and tool documentation, enabling users to significantly improve AI agent performance and reliability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Prompt Engineering Techniques: Learn empirically-validated methods to boost AI performance by 15-30%.
  • XML Tag Hierarchy: Understand and apply a structured tagging system for clear instruction and enforcement.
  • Structural Templates: Provides ready-to-use templates for tool documentation and agent definitions.
  • Use Case: Improve your AI assistant's ability to follow complex instructions by implementing the critical tag hierarchy and context positioning rules.

Quick Start

Use the system-prompts skill to generate a tool documentation template for a new 'code-linter' tool.

Frequently Asked Questions about system-prompts

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

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How do I write effective system prompts for AI agents?

Writing effective system prompts for AI agents involves using structured XML tag hierarchies and structural templates to enforce clear instructions, which can improve AI performance by 15-30%. This approach ensures reliable communication and validated methods.

What is the best way to structure tool documentation for LLMs?

The best way to structure tool documentation for LLMs is to use ready-to-use structural templates and a critical tag hierarchy. This ensures the AI agent accurately understands and executes complex tool instructions.

How does XML tag hierarchy improve AI agent performance?

XML tag hierarchy improves AI agent performance by providing a structured tagging system for clear instruction enforcement and context positioning. This empirically-validated method significantly boosts the model's ability to follow complex instructions.

Can I use structural templates for agent definitions and tool documentation?

Yes, you can use structural templates for both agent definitions and tool documentation. These templates provide a standardized format that helps AI agents process instructions reliably and consistently.

Why do my AI agents fail to follow complex instructions?

AI agents often fail to follow complex instructions due to poorly structured system prompts lacking a critical tag hierarchy. Implementing structured communication and validated prompt engineering techniques can resolve these performance issues.

When do I need advanced prompt engineering techniques for LLMs?

You need advanced prompt engineering techniques for LLMs when building AI agents that require high-impact interventions and strict instruction adherence. This is essential for improving reliability and performance in complex agent development.