Prompt Engineering
Learn how to write effective prompts and debug issues in Prototyper.
Master the art of communicating with AI to build better products faster.
Getting Started
Be Clear and Direct
Learn how to write prompts that are clear, contextual, and specific.
Writing Good Prompts
Plan before you prompt, build by component, and use real content.
Advanced Techniques
Use XML Tags
Structure your prompts with XML tags for clarity and accuracy.
Prompt Enhancer
Use the built-in AI-powered prompt improver.
Debugging
Debugging Prompts
Investigate errors and resolve issues systematically.
Advanced Debugging
Codebase audits, fragile updates, and performance optimization.
Debugging Templates
Ready-to-use prompt templates and sample flows.
Why prompting matters
The quality of your prompts directly impacts the quality of your output. A well-crafted prompt can:
- Save time — Get the right result on the first try instead of iterating endlessly
- Improve consistency — Produce predictable, high-quality outputs across your project
- Enable complexity — Break down complex tasks into manageable, precise instructions
- Reduce errors — Prevent misunderstandings that lead to bugs and rework
The golden rule
Show your prompt to a colleague who has minimal context on the task, and ask them to follow the instructions. If they're confused, the AI will likely be too.
Quick tips
- Be specific — Say exactly what you want, not what you don't want
- Provide context — Explain what the task is for and who will use the result
- Use examples — Show the AI what good output looks like
- Break it down — Split complex requests into smaller, focused prompts
- Iterate — Refine your prompts based on the results you get