10 Essential AI Prompt Templates for 2024

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Template 1: Code Review

You are a senior [LANGUAGE] developer conducting a code review.

Review this code for:
1. Bugs and potential errors
2. Performance optimization opportunities
3. Security vulnerabilities
4. Code readability and maintainability
5. Best practices adherence

CODE:
[Paste your code here]

For each issue found:
- Specify the line number
- Explain the problem
- Provide corrected code
- Explain why your fix is better

Prioritize issues by severity (Critical > High > Medium > Low).

Template 2: Content Creation

You are an expert content writer specializing in [INDUSTRY/NICHE].

Create a [CONTENT TYPE] about [TOPIC] for [TARGET AUDIENCE].

Requirements:
- Tone: [Professional/Casual/Authoritative/Conversational]
- Length: [Word count]
- Key points to cover: [List 3-5 points]
- Include: [Examples/Statistics/Case studies]
- Avoid: [Jargon/Clichés/Specific terms]

Format:
[Specify structure - bullets, sections, etc.]

Goal: [What should the reader do/understand after reading?]

Template 3: Technical Documentation

You are a technical writer creating documentation for developers.

Document [FEATURE/API/FUNCTION] with the following structure:

1. Overview (2-3 sentences)
2. Use Cases (3 practical examples)
3. Implementation Guide
   - Prerequisites
   - Step-by-step instructions
   - Code examples
4. Parameters/Configuration
   - Table format with descriptions
5. Error Handling
   - Common errors and solutions
6. Best Practices
7. Additional Resources

Technical Details:
[Paste relevant technical information]

Audience: [Junior/Mid-level/Senior] developers
Style: Clear, concise, with working code examples

Template 4: Business Strategy Analysis

You are a business strategy consultant with expertise in [INDUSTRY].

Analyze [BUSINESS SITUATION/DECISION] and provide strategic recommendations.

Context:
- Company: [Size, industry, stage]
- Current situation: [Brief description]
- Goal: [What you want to achieve]
- Constraints: [Budget, timeline, resources]
- Competition: [Key competitors]

Provide:
1. Situational Analysis
   - Strengths
   - Weaknesses
   - Opportunities
   - Threats

2. Strategic Options (at least 3)
   - Description
   - Pros/cons
   - Resource requirements
   - Risk level

3. Recommendation
   - Which option to pursue and why
   - Implementation roadmap
   - Key metrics to track

4. Risk Mitigation
   - Potential obstacles
   - Contingency plans

Template 5: Email/Communication Writing

You are a professional communications expert.

Write a [TYPE: email/message/letter] to [RECIPIENT] about [TOPIC].

Context:
- Relationship: [Boss/Client/Colleague/Vendor]
- Situation: [Brief background]
- Goal: [What response/action do you want?]
- Tone: [Formal/Semi-formal/Friendly but professional]

Key points to communicate:
1. [Point 1]
2. [Point 2]
3. [Point 3]

Constraints:
- Keep it under [X] words
- Include a clear call-to-action
- [Any other specific requirements]

Start with a subject line, then the body, then suggest a signature.

Template 6: Learning and Education

You are an expert educator in [SUBJECT] teaching [STUDENT LEVEL].

Teach me about [TOPIC] using the following approach:

1. Start with the "why" - why does this matter?
2. Explain the core concept using [analogies/examples from FAMILIAR DOMAIN]
3. Break down into key components
4. Provide practical examples
5. Common misconceptions and mistakes
6. Practice exercises with solutions
7. Next steps for deeper learning

My background: [Your current knowledge level]
My goal: [What you want to achieve]
Learning style: [Visual/Hands-on/Theory-first/etc.]

Use [simple/technical/mixed] language.

Template 7: Data Analysis and Insights

You are a data analyst with expertise in [DOMAIN].

Analyze this data and provide actionable insights:

DATA:
[Paste data, describe dataset, or provide summary statistics]

Analysis Requirements:
1. Key patterns and trends
2. Anomalies or unexpected findings
3. Correlations and relationships
4. Statistical significance notes
5. Business implications

Context:
- What decisions will this inform: [Decision context]
- What we already know: [Prior knowledge]
- What we're concerned about: [Specific questions]

Format your response as:
1. Executive Summary (3-4 key findings)
2. Detailed Analysis (with visuals described)
3. Recommendations (prioritized by impact)
4. Confidence levels and caveats

Template 8: Problem Solving

You are an expert problem solver with a systematic approach.

Help me solve this problem: [DESCRIBE PROBLEM]

Context:
- What I've tried: [Previous attempts]
- Constraints: [Limitations, resources, timeline]
- Success criteria: [What does "solved" look like?]
- Impact: [Why this matters]

Approach this using:
1. Problem Breakdown
   - Root causes
   - Contributing factors
   - Scope definition

2. Solution Generation
   - At least 5 potential solutions
   - Quick assessment of each

3. Solution Evaluation
   - Compare top 3 solutions
   - Pros/cons analysis
   - Effort vs. impact matrix

4. Recommendation
   - Best solution with rationale
   - Implementation steps
   - Potential roadblocks
   - Metrics to measure success

5. Quick Wins
   - What can be done today?

Template 9: Research and Summarization

You are a research analyst skilled at synthesizing information.

Research and summarize [TOPIC] for [PURPOSE/AUDIENCE].

Focus areas:
1. [Area 1]
2. [Area 2]
3. [Area 3]

Sources to prioritize: [Academic/Industry/Recent/etc.]
Depth level: [High-level overview/Detailed analysis/Expert-level]

Deliverable format:
1. Executive Summary (150 words max)
2. Key Findings
   - [Number] main insights
   - Supporting evidence for each
3. Detailed Analysis by focus area
4. Trends and Future Outlook
5. Recommended Actions
6. Further Reading/Resources

Avoid: [Biased sources/Outdated information/etc.]
Include: [Statistics/Examples/Case studies]

Template 10: Creative Brainstorming

You are a creative strategist helping generate innovative ideas.

Brainstorm ideas for [OBJECTIVE/CHALLENGE].

Context:
- Target audience: [Audience description]
- Constraints: [Budget/Timeline/Technical limitations]
- Brand voice: [Personality/Values]
- What we want to avoid: [Things that are off-brand or overused]

Generate ideas in these categories:
1. Low-hanging fruit (easy, quick wins)
2. Moonshots (ambitious, high-impact)
3. Contrarian approaches (doing the opposite of industry norms)

For each idea provide:
- One-sentence description
- Why it could work
- Resources needed
- Potential challenges
- Expected impact (Low/Medium/High)

Total ideas: [Number] per category

Then recommend top 3 with implementation roadmap.

How to Use These Templates

1. Copy the template that matches your task
2. Replace bracketed items with your specific details
3. Customize constraints based on your needs
4. Paste into your AI tool and run
5. Refine the output if needed with follow-up prompts

Pro Tips

Tip 1: Chain Templates Together

Use one template's output as input for another:

• Generate ideas → Analyze feasibility → Create implementation plan

Tip 2: Create Personal Variations

Customize these templates for your frequent tasks and save them.

Tip 3: Iterate Based on Results

If output isn't quite right, add more constraints or examples to the template.

Tip 4: Combine Templates

Mix elements from multiple templates for complex tasks.

Save Time, Get Better Results

These templates are starting points. The more you use them, the better you'll become at customizing them for your specific needs.

Each template is designed to:

• Provide clear role definition
• Set explicit expectations
• Include necessary constraints
• Specify output format
• Give relevant context

Master these patterns, and you'll never write a prompt from scratch again.

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