Prompt Engineering Foundation

• This session aims to introduce participants to ChatGPT, a state-of-the-art language model developed by OpenAI, and to the foundational techniques of prompt engineering
• Goals


  • Understand the capabilities and limitations of ChatGPT
  • Learn how to craft prompts that effectively communicate tasks to the AI
  • Explore various modes of interaction with ChatGPT to achieve desired outcomes
• ChatGPT


  A variant of the GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) language models that excels in generating text that mimics human writing
• ChatGPT


  • It is pre-trained on a diverse range of internet text but fine-tuned in a way that makes it particularly useful for dialogues
  • From answering questions to generating creative content, ChatGPT can perform a wide array of tasks
  • Its ability to generate coherent long-form answers makes it an invaluable tool in fields ranging from education to customer support
• Limitations of ChatGPT


  • Lack of True Understanding: ChatGPT generates responses based on patterns in data rather than understanding content in a human sense
  • Biases: As a product of its training data, ChatGPT can sometimes reproduce biases present in the training material
  • Factual Inaccuracy: While often reliable, it can generate incorrect or misleading information and should not be used as a sole source for critical decisions
• Effective prompt engineering is crucial for maximizing the utility of ChatGPT
• Understanding Strengths


  • Generating informative and engaging text based on provided cues
  • Creating detailed reports
  • Answering complex queries
• Recognizing Weaknesses


  • Answering questions that require up-to-date knowledge post its last training cut-off
  • Requiring detailed expert knowledge in narrow fields
• Always consider the ethical implications of using AI-generated text
• Structured Breakdown


  1. Break down complex tasks into simpler, manageable queries

  2. Makes it easier for the AI to generate accurate responses

  3. Helps in managing the flow of information
• Encouraging Thorough Analysis


  Design prompts that encourage the model to consider various aspects of a question
• Craft Unique Prompts


  1. Utilize your understanding of the model's capabilities to formulate prompts that are unique and tailored to specific outcomes

  2. Be imaginative in how you ask questions or set tasks
• Keep up to date with the latest developments in AI and prompt engineering
• Balance Detail with Conciseness


  • Provide enough detail to guide the AI, but avoid overly complex prompts that can confuse the model
  • Strive for clarity and brevity, ensuring the essential details are included without overloading the prompt
• Sequential Prompts


  Gradually explore a topic in more depth or solve a problem step by step
• Iterative Refinement


  Refine the AI's responses through feedback and additional information
• Reverse the Interaction


  Allow ChatGPT to ask questions about the topic or your requirements
• Refine Grammar and Vocabulary While Maintaining Original Style


  Focus on enhancing clarity and readability while respecting the original voice
• Explicitly State Requirements


  Incorporate specific instructions, keywords, or constraints directly into your prompts
• Benchmark Different Generative AI Models


  Test various models by giving them the same tasks and comparing the responses against a set of criteria like accuracy, relevancy, and engagement
• Q&A Mode


  Pose a question to ChatGPT, and it responds with an answer based on its training data
• Q&A Mode


  • Highly effective for educational purposes, quick information retrieval, and fact-checking
  • The more specific the question, the more accurate and relevant the response
  • Ensure that the question is clear and concise, avoiding any unnecessary complexity that might confuse the AI
  • Provide any necessary background information within the question to help tailor the response appropriately
• Rayleigh Scattering


  A phenomenon where light is scattered after striking small particles in the atmosphere, more effectively scattering shorter wavelengths, such as blue
• Wavelength


  The distance between one peak of a wave of light to the next peak. Different colors of light have different wavelengths.
• Copyright


  Legal protection granted to creators of original works of authorship including literary, dramatic, musical, and certain other intellectual works
• Trademark


  A symbol, word, or words legally registered or established by use as representing a company or product
• Instructional Mode


  Using ChatGPT to provide detailed instructions or step-by-step guides on how to perform specific tasks
• Instructional Mode


  • Provide instructions in a clear, step-by-step format to ensure the user can follow along without prior knowledge
  • Use precise language to avoid ambiguity, ensuring that each step is clearly described and understandable
  • Include any relevant context or prerequisites needed before starting the task to prepare the user adequately
• Eruption


  A term used in geology to describe a volcanic event where lava, tephra, and assorted gases are expelled from a volcanic vent or fissure
• Mixture


  A combination of two or more substances where each substance retains its chemical identity
• Router


  A device that forwards data packets between computer networks, creating an overlay internetwork
• Ethernet Cable


  A common type of network cable used with wired networks
• Role Play Mode


  Directing ChatGPT to assume a specific role, character, or professional identity
• Role Play Mode


  • Specify the character or professional role ChatGPT should assume, including any necessary background information to enhance the realism of the interaction
  • Use this mode when the interaction benefits from a specific perspective or when you need to simulate a conversation with a particular type of person
  • Encourage a back-and-forth dialogue where ChatGPT, in its assumed role, responds to evolving scenarios or questions
• The pyramids, especially those at Giza, are monumental tombs built during a time when Egypt was one of the richest and most powerful civilizations in the world
• The pyramids were constructed to house the remains of deceased Pharaohs, who were considered divine
• The pyramids were not only feats of engineering but also served religious purposes, symbolizing the pharaohs' ascent to the afterlife
• Professional Example


  An example of a professional scenario
• Cardiologist's Response


  As your cardiologist, it's important to manage high blood pressure through both lifestyle changes and, if necessary, medication. Start by reducing sodium intake, exercising regularly, and maintaining a healthy weight. We should also monitor your blood pressure regularly to see if these changes are effective or if we need to consider medication to help manage your condition effectively.
• Creative Writing Example


  An example of a creative writing scenario