Summary of Efficient Prompt Techniques#
I will guide you through three aspects of mastering efficient prompt techniques that can increase your development efficiency by more than three times. The article includes detailed templates, source code, and online website previews.
Basic Structure and Principles of Prompts#
A good Cursor prompt usually consists of three parts: goal description + context information + specific requirements. For example: Create a React login component using Tailwind CSS styles, which needs to include email validation functionality and a "remember password" option.
Effect Demonstration:#
- Golden Principles of Prompts
- Specific is better than vague: Specify language, framework, and functionality
- Concise is better than lengthy: Focus on one clear task at a time
- Structure is better than disorder: Use markers to organize information
5 Practical Prompt Templates#
1. Code Generation Template#
Create [function description] using [programming language], requirements:
- [Feature point 1]
- [Feature point 2]
- [Feature point 3]
2. Code Explanation Template Explain the functionality and working principle of the following code:#
[Paste the code to be explained]
Main focus:
- [Focus point 1]
- [Focus point 2]
3. Code Refactoring Template Refactor the following code to improve its [performance/readability/maintainability]:#
[Paste the code to be refactored]
Key improvements:
- [Improvement point 1]
- [Improvement point 2]
But keep the original functionality unchanged.
4. Debugging Assistance Template The following code has a [error description] issue:#
[Paste the problematic code]
Error message: [Paste error message]
I have tried: [Solutions you have tried]
Help me identify the problem and fix it.
5. Function Extension Template Based on existing code:#
[Paste existing code]
Add [new function description] functionality, ensuring consistency with the existing code style.
Common Errors and Avoidance Methods#
| Error Type | Example | Improvement Method |
|---|---|---|
| Too Broad | Write a nice UI, create a data table using Material UI that supports sorting and pagination | Clearly define specific requirements, list necessary features and design details |
| Implicit Assumptions | Fix the login issue "Fix the 401 error that occurs after submitting the login form, detailed error log:..." | Describe the problem background in detail, provide necessary context information |
| Terminology Confusion | Create a responsive program, develop a React component that displays well on both mobile and desktop | Use clear terminology, ensure all relevant parties have a consistent understanding of terms |