The shape of a good request
Every strong prompt has five parts. Goal: what you want. Context: what the AI needs to know. Constraints: what it must not do or assume. Output: the format you want back. Review: you check facts, tone, and commitments before you use it.
Help me with [task]. My goal is [result]. Here is the context: [details]. My limits are [constraints]. Ask me up to three questions before you begin. Give me [format].
Use fictional or anonymized details. Follow your workplace policy. Never paste passwords, account numbers, or personal details about children.

