The meeting (or video) focused on breaking down the key formula for effective prompting when using AI tools like ChatGPT and Google Bard.
Six core components of a good prompt—task, context, exemplars, persona, format, and tone—were explained with detailed examples and tips.
The importance, structure, and impact of each component were discussed, helping attendees understand how to craft more precise and productive prompts.
Action Items
(No explicit action items were mentioned; if you need actionable steps, they would relate to viewers applying these six building blocks when crafting prompts.)
The Six Building Blocks of a Good Prompt
1. Task
Start your prompt with a clear action verb (e.g., generate, write, give, analyze).
Clearly articulate the goal, whether it's a simple request or a complex, multi-step task.
A task is essential; without it, the AI will not deliver meaningful output.
2. Context
Provide just enough relevant background to constrain the AI’s response and avoid generic outputs.
Three guiding questions: what’s the user’s background, what does success look like, and what environment are they operating in?
Don’t overburden the prompt with too much context; focus on what is most important for your use case.
3. Exemplars
Including examples or frameworks in your prompt can drastically improve output quality.
Examples range from specific sentence structures (e.g., resume bullet points) to frameworks like STAR for interview questions.
Not always necessary, but highly effective for nuanced or complex requests.
4. Persona
Specify who the AI should "be" during the response (e.g., a recruiter, a physical therapist, a well-known figure, or even a fictional character).
This component helps tailor the response’s expertise and style to your needs.
5. Format
Visualize and state the desired output format (e.g., table, email, bullet points, code block, markdown, or paragraphs).
Being explicit about format saves time and ensures you get results ready for practical use.
6. Tone
Define the tone of voice (casual, formal, witty, enthusiastic, etc.).
If unsure, ask the AI to suggest tone-related keywords based on your intended emotional impact.
Use clear instructions to help the AI achieve the desired tone in its output.
Practical Examples and Combined Prompts
Showcased how combining all six components leads to highly specific and useful outputs compared to generic prompts.
Demonstrated side-by-side differences in output quality when prompts include more building blocks.
Decisions
No formal decisions were made during the discussion; it was an instructional and informational session.
Open Questions / Follow-Ups
None noted.
(A follow-up video was mentioned for advanced prompting techniques, suggesting future content development.)