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Production Prompt Engineering

Develop and maintain production-grade prompts with version control and testing

1-2 weeks
1-2 people
5 tools
Key Tools
PromptfooLangSmithInstructorOpenAI APIAnthropic API
Implementation Steps
  1. 1

    Create prompt templates with clear variable slots

  2. 2

    Use Instructor for type-safe, structured outputs

  3. 3

    Set up Promptfoo for automated prompt testing

  4. 4

    Implement A/B testing for prompt variants

  5. 5

    Version control prompts alongside code

  6. 6

    Create prompt libraries for common patterns

Expected Outcomes
  • Reliable, consistent prompt behavior
  • Easy prompt iteration and testing
  • Reduced prompt-related production issues
  • Reusable prompt patterns
Pro Tips
  • Keep prompts simple and focused
  • Test prompts with edge cases
  • Use few-shot examples for complex tasks
  • Document prompt design decisions
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