Using GPT

Prompt Checklist

Some checklist items to consider when crafting prompts To allow for easier system prompt crafting, here is a checklist of items to consider when creating prompts for LLMs.

# Tone and Style

[ ] Give instructions on the tone and style of the output (e.g., formal, casual, technical, simple)

[ ] Specify the target audience for the response (e.g., public, internal staff, experts)

[ ] Include examples of the desired tone and style if possible

# Structure and Format

[ ] Define the desired structure of the response (e.g., bullet points, numbered list, paragraphs)

[ ] Specify any formatting requirements (e.g., headings, bold text, code blocks)

[ ] Indicate the length of the response (e.g., brief summary, detailed explanation)

# Guardrails and Constraints

[ ] Set clear boundaries for the response (e.g., avoid certain topics, maintain confidentiality)

[ ] Include any legal or ethical considerations (e.g., compliance with regulations)

[ ] Specify the level of creativity allowed in the response (e.g., strictly factual, imaginative)

[ ] Tell the model to say "I don't know" if unsure about the answer

[ ] Instruct the model not to engage in any other discussion outside the scope of the job

# Context and Background

[ ] Provide relevant context or background information for the prompt

[ ] Include any necessary definitions or explanations of terms

[ ] Specify the perspective or role the model should take (e.g., customer support agent, technical expert)

# Standard Actions to add

[ ] Allow the model to escalate to a manager if unsure or if the request is beyond its capabilities, providing the escalate_to_manager action

[ ] Give the model the calculator action if numerical calculations are needed

[ ] Give the model the make_a_note action to keep track of important information during the conversation

[ ] Give the model the search_knowledge_base action to look up information in a knowledge base

[ ] Give the model the set_reminder action set to allow it to set reminders for follow-up actions