prompt-engineering

Craft precise prompts for LLM agents using patterns and templates.

Updated Feb 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jralph/.config-opencode --skill prompt-engineering-jralph
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Skill: prompt-engineering
Source: https://github.com/jralph/.config-opencode/tree/main/skills/_archived/prompt-engineering
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jralph/.config-opencode --skill prompt-engineering-jralph

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The skill helps you craft precise prompts for LLM agents, enabling reliable and controllable AI interactions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Pattern-based prompt design patterns (few-shot, chain-of-thought, system prompts)
  • Template systems for reusable prompts across tasks
  • Guidance on evaluating and refining prompts for consistency and safety

Quick Start

Use this skill to apply prompt-engineering patterns to a prompt. For example, provide a user instruction and transform it by adding a system prompt, several few-shot exemplars, and clear success criteria to improve determinism and reliability.

Frequently Asked Questions about prompt-engineering

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I design LLM prompts for reliable and consistent outputs?▼

Design robust LLM prompts by applying established patterns like few-shot exemplars, chain-of-thought reasoning, and system prompts to enforce clear instructions, success criteria, and safety-aware design.

What is the best way to structure reusable prompt templates across different tasks?▼

Structure reusable prompt templates by separating core instructions from variable inputs, incorporating pattern-based design, and applying consistent evaluation methods to maintain reliability across varied tasks.

When should I use chain-of-thought reasoning in my LLM prompts?▼

Use chain-of-thought reasoning in LLM prompts when handling complex tasks that require intermediate logical steps, improving determinism and controllability by guiding the model through structured reasoning.

How do few-shot exemplars improve determinism in LLM prompt engineering?▼

Few-shot exemplars improve LLM determinism by providing concrete examples of expected input-output mappings within the prompt, conditioning the model to replicate specific formatting and reasoning patterns.

How do I evaluate and refine system prompts for safety and controllability?▼

Evaluate and refine system prompts by applying structured evaluation methods to test consistency and safety, iterating on instruction tuning to constrain model behavior and improve controllability.

Can I apply prompt-engineering patterns to improve instruction tuning outcomes?▼

Apply prompt-engineering patterns to instruction tuning by adding a system prompt, few-shot exemplars, and clear success criteria to user instructions, improving reliability and task performance.