AI Cheat Sheet
Starting with Generative AI can be easy, particularly when you have the right cheat sheet available. This useful resource offers crucial tips and guidelines to you maneuver through the intricacies of AI technology. By simplifying key concepts and practical applications, you'll be equipped to implement generative models both and effectively. Whether you're just starting out or aiming to enhance your skills, this cheat sheet is an invaluable tool to speed up your exploration of Generative AI.
Core Elements of a Great Prompt
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🧠 Persona – Who should the AI “be”? (e.g., therapist, copywriter, coach)
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🎯 Purpose – What do you want it to do? (e.g., write, analyze, brainstorm)
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🗣️ Tone – What emotional feel should it have? (e.g., warm, firm, fun)
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✍️ Voice – What writing style fits best? (e.g., conversational, polished, quirky)
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👥 Audience – Who is this content for? (e.g., students, CEOs, general public)
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📄 Format – What structure should it follow? (e.g., email, list, script, table)
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📏 Length – How long should it be? (e.g., 2 sentences, 500 words, 3 bullets)
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📚 Content Type – What are you asking for? (e.g., summary, story, plan, FAQ)
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🚫 Constraints – What should it avoid? (e.g., no buzzwords, no technical terms)
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🔍 Context – What background should it know? (e.g., previous chats, project info)
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⏱️ Step-by-Step – Ask for one thing at a time to avoid confusion
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📝 Examples – Provide a “write like this” sample if needed
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🔑 Keywords – Mention words to use or avoid for tone or clarity
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🧱 Assumptions – Tell it what to assume (e.g., “assume I’m a beginner”)
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👁️ Perspective – What point of view? (e.g., first-person, third-person)
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🎙️ Voice of Authority – Who should it sound like? (e.g., mentor, peer, expert)
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✅ Actionability – Ask for steps, takeaways, or specific outputs