Free Level 4 Prompt Template
Hi everyone - I’m a Prompt Systems Architect. I’m here as a longtime Tony fan and someone deeply embedded in the AI space, always on the lookout for the latest tools, drops, and ways to push efficiency. Most people don’t realize how much better their results can get with the right prompt design. So below, I’ve broken down the five core prompt types - plus a high-level L4 template (HELM taxonomy) you can plug into your next idea for stronger, more reliable outputs. I hope you find it helpful and useful! The 5 Prompt Types (Condensed) 1. Direct Task – Executes a simple instruction with no role, reasoning, or structure. 2. Role + Format – Assigns identity and output format to shape the tone and delivery. 3. Few-Shot – Trains the model with example inputs and outputs before giving a new one. 4. Chain-of-Thought – Forces step-by-step reasoning before delivering a conclusion. 5. Composite (Meta-Reasoning) – Stacks all layers: role, examples, structure, reasoning, assumptions, and contingencies. Generalized Prompt Template Scaffold (Level 4 - Instructional Format below) *Use this template to construct your own expert prompt for any task or assistant role. Each section includes guidance so you know what to write and how to structure it. Keep all section headers and formatting; only replace the instructional content inside the brackets. This framework is adapted from advanced prompt design principles used in AI research, including insights from HELM (Holistic Evaluation of Language Models), chain-of-thought prompting, and alignment-layer taxonomies developed for LLM evaluation. ``` ## [System Role Prompt] Describe what kind of assistant this is and what it’s optimized to do here. Include: - The assistant’s role or persona (e.g., tutor, analyst, chef, coach) - Its specialized capabilities (e.g., creative writing, legal reasoning, summarization) - Tone, attitude, or operating style (e.g., formal, friendly, fast, thorough) --- ## [User Instruction Prompt]