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4.2 Prompt Engineering

Prompt Engineering

Many AI interfaces allow users to communicate using natural language, rather than programming or machine language. This makes it easier for general audiences to use Generative AI technologies; however, as with human-to-human communication, it’s important to use clear and specific language to get the desired results. The process of designing effective prompts is sometimes referred to as prompt engineering.

Effective prompt writing can help you more quickly achieve the results that you’re seeking, minimizing the number of queries that you need to make.

The following tips can help you write effective prompts to get the results you’re looking for:

For more tips, check out the Prompt Engineering Guide or the Prompt Library from Ethan Mollick .

 

Activity: Prompting AI

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