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Prompt engineering (“Mastering Prompts: Making AI Work for You in Daily Life”)

suggestions to incorporate
  • vijeta
    Talk about how the answers differ if we use normal prompts (without much of a thought). Show with an example of a normal prompt and compare with a better prompt

  • Show how prompts can be more effective

  • Show prompts (more Ei specific, add examples that fit well with the audience)

  • Show best practices that Ei people should follow (15 minutes)

  • https://platform.openai.com/docs/guides/prompt-engineering (take references)

Session Outline:

  1. Introduction: Why Prompts Matter

  • Explain what a “prompt” is in simple terms.

  • Relate it to asking questions or giving instructions to a smart assistant.

  • Benefits: Save time, get better answers, and be more productive.

  1. Everyday Use Cases

  • Personal Productivity:

  • Managing schedules, setting reminders, and drafting quick emails.

  • Example: “Draft a polite email to reschedule a meeting with [Name] to next Tuesday.”

  • Learning and Education:

  • Summarizing articles, explaining complex topics simply.

  • Example: “Explain photosynthesis like I’m a 10-year-old.”

  • Decision-Making:

  • Comparing options or getting advice.

  • Example: “What are the pros and cons of buying a hybrid car?”

  1. Crafting Effective Prompts

  • Keep it clear and specific.

  • Example: “Write a grocery list for a vegetarian meal for 4 people.”

  • Add context if needed.

  • Example: “Suggest a 15-minute workout for beginners at home.”

  • Use step-by-step instructions.

  • Example: “Guide me to organize a birthday party for a 5-year-old.”

  1. Hands-On Practice

  • Split attendees into groups and provide real-life scenarios:

  • Planning a vacation.

  • Writing a social media post.

  • Preparing a list of chores for the weekend.

  • Have them write prompts and test them (if possible, live demo).

  1. Advanced Tips for Better Results

  • Using tone and style:

  • Example: “Write a formal apology email to a customer.”

  • Iterating for improvements:

  • Example: Start with: “Plan a weekend trip,” then refine to: “Plan a weekend trip to a beach destination within 3 hours of [City].”

  • Exploring creative possibilities:

  • Example: “Generate a short story about a cat who learns to swim.”

  1. Closing and Q&A

  • Recap key takeaways: Be clear, be specific, and experiment.

  • Open floor for questions or discuss how they can use prompts in their specific roles.

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