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ChatGPT: a primer

A resource for faculty and students

PROMPT ENGINEERING

Prompt engineering is crucial when working with ChatGPT. Crafting effective prompts significantly impacts the quality and relevance of responses generated by the model. By providing clear and specific instructions, users can guide ChatGPT towards desired outcomes (including tone, audience, length) and ensure accurate and valuable information is conveyed. Well-designed prompts help mitigate biases, maintain ethical standards, and improve the overall user experience.