Prompt Classification System
Overview
Each prompt in this catalog is classified according to its primary technique type. This classification helps users quickly identify and select the most appropriate prompt for their needs.
Classification in Frontmatter
Prompts include a prompt_type field in their frontmatter:
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title: "Example Prompt"
prompt_type: "Chain-of-thought prompting"
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Available Classifications
| Type | Description | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Zero-shot prompting | Direct instructions without examples | Simple, straightforward tasks |
| Few-shot prompting | Instructions with examples | Tasks requiring pattern recognition |
| Chain-of-thought prompting | Step-by-step reasoning | Complex problem solving |
| Instruction-based prompting | Clear, direct commands | Specific task execution |
| Role-based prompting | Character/role assumption | Specialized perspective tasks |
| Contextual prompting | Progressive context building | Complex, nuanced responses |
| Meta prompting | Prompt creation guidance | Prompt engineering |
| Self-consistency prompting | Multiple path reasoning | Verification-heavy tasks |
| Generated knowledge prompting | Context generation | Research and analysis |
| Dynamic prompt optimization | Real-time adjustments | Interactive workflows |
| Automatic prompt engineering | Programmatic generation | Large-scale applications |
| Multi-prompt fusion | Combined techniques | Complex, multi-faceted tasks |
| Prompt chaining | Sequential prompting | Multi-step workflows |
| Directional stimulus prompting | Subtle guidance | Style-specific content |
| Graph prompting | Relationship mapping | Network/hierarchy analysis |
| Hybrid prompting | Multiple technique combination | Complex use cases |
| Constraint-based prompting | Limited parameter space | Specific output format |
| Scenario-based prompting | Situational context | Real-world applications |
| Template-based prompting | Structured formats | Standardized outputs |
| Iterative prompting | Progressive refinement | Quality-critical tasks |
Usage Guidelines
- Choose the most specific classification that applies
- When multiple techniques are used, select the primary/dominant one
- Consider the main purpose of the prompt when classifying
- Update classification if the prompt's approach changes significantly