“Prompt engineering” refers to putting careful, deliberate thought into how you interact with a GenAI tool. Here are some tips and strategies for effective prompt engineering:
- Use clear and concise language. For example, provide a list of synonyms of cyberbullying.
- Set parameters. For example, list five effective team-building activities.
- Define a target audience. For example, draft a letter about creating safe online environment to a fifth grader.
- Give examples. For example, list three digital marketing strategies for food and drink company such as Starbucks.
- Ask what to do instead of what NOT to do. For example. Avoid: “Don’t give examples before the year 2020.” Use Instead: “Provide examples after the year 2020.”
If the initial responses do not meet your expectations, refine your prompt based on the AI tool’s response.