Writing Effective Prompts for Generative AI
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Course Duration
1 Day
Audience
Employees of federal, state and local governments; and businesses working with the government.
Prerequisites
No prior AI experience required.
Course Description
As generative AI becomes more common, the ability to interact effectively with large language models is shifting from niche knowledge to a necessary workplace skill. This one-day course teaches participants how to write clear, effective prompts, covering the core components of a strong prompt, common prompt patterns, and techniques for refining output through iteration.
Learning Objectives
- Explain how prompt wording affects large language model output
- Apply the core components of an effective prompt
- Use techniques such as few-shot and role-based prompting
- Refine prompts through iteration to improve output quality
- Build a reusable prompt library for recurring workplace tasks
Course Outline
1. How Large Language Models Respond to Prompts
- What happens between a prompt and a response, in plain language
- Why prompt wording changes the quality of output
- Common misconceptions about how these tools work
2. The Anatomy of an Effective Prompt
- Core components: task, context, audience, format, and tone
- Examples of weak prompts versus strong prompts
- Structuring multi-step or complex requests
3. Prompting Techniques and Patterns
- Few-shot prompting and providing examples
- Role-based and persona prompting
- Chaining prompts for multi-step tasks
4. Practice and Refinement
- Hands-on exercises across common workplace tasks
- Iterating on a prompt to improve accuracy and relevance
- Building a personal prompt library for recurring tasks
5. Wrap-Up
- Reviewing AI-generated output before use
- Final questions and key takeaways
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this course cover?
This course covers how to write effective prompts for generative AI, including core prompt components, prompting techniques, and hands-on practice across common workplace tasks.
How long is this course?
Writing Effective Prompts for Generative AI is a one-day course, available as live remote online instruction or on-site at your facility.
Who should attend?
Professionals across roles and industries who want to interact more effectively with generative AI tools.
Does IT Dojo offer this training on-site at government or DoD facilities?
Yes. IT Dojo delivers this course on-site at government agencies, DoD commands, and contractor facilities, in addition to live online delivery.
How do I register for this course?
IT Dojo training is employer sponsored. Contact IT Dojo via the Request Training form or call 757-216-3656 to schedule this course for your team.