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Prompt Type (Step 4 Technique)GoalExample Prompt Adaptation
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Zero-Shot PromptingGenerate output based on instruction alone.As a CTO brief writer, summarize the technical whitepaper [Data] into 5-7 key bullet points, a risk summary, and 3 actionable recommendations for a non-technical board.
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Few-Shot PromptingProvide examples to guide the output format/style.[START EXAMPLE 1] Input: "AI safety is critical." Output: "Priority: Ensure long-term AI model stability." [END EXAMPLE 1]
[START EXAMPLE 2] Input: "Budget is tight." Output: "Recommendation: Prioritize low-cost, high-impact risk mitigation." [END EXAMPLE 2]
Now, using this style, summarize the technical whitepaper [Data]...
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Chain of Thought (CoT)Break down the complex task into explicit steps for the AI to follow.First, identify the core thesis and three main arguments of the paper.
Second, extract all mentions of 'risk' or 'vulnerability.'
Third, generate three practical recommendations based on the findings.
Finally, structure this output into 5-7 bullet points, a risk summary, and the recommendations. The paper is [Data].
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Tree of Thought (ToT)Encourage exploration of multiple distinct solutions or paths.Summarize the whitepaper [Data].
Generate three entirely different strategic approaches for the executive board to mitigate the AI risks described (e.g., Policy-Focused, Technical-Focused, Partnership-Focused). For each approach, list 3 pros and 3 cons. Present the final summary and the three distinct risk mitigation approaches clearly.
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Meta-PromptingInclude instructions for the AI to evaluate or improve its own response.Summarize the whitepaper [Data] into 5-7 key bullet points.
After generating the summary, critically evaluate the output for clarity, conciseness, and adherence to the non-jargon rule. If the summary fails any of these checks, provide a revised, improved version immediately after your critique.
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Prompt ChainingUse the output of a previous prompt as the input for the next.(This is the first prompt in the chain): As a CTO brief writer, summarize the whitepaper [Data] into a 200-word executive summary.
OUTPUT ONLY THE SUMMARY. (The next prompt would start: "Using the summary you just created, draft an email to the board...")
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