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Does ChatGPT remember everything? It doesn't.
Its context window is limited. New information pushes older details out, so long chats may need quick reminders to stay accurate.
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Does ChatGPT remember everything? It doesn't.
Its context window is limited. New information pushes older details out, so long chats may need quick reminders to stay accurate.
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🚀 Oh look, another "reinvent the wheel" guide for deep learning enthusiasts who think they're the next Newton of AI. Spoiler: 🤡 It's all about stumbling on Reddit tips, random #PyTorch versions, and hoping your model doesn't burn your GPU. 🔥
https://horace.io/brrr_intro.html #deeplearning #reinventthewheel #AItips #GPUburnout #Redditadvice #HackerNews #ngated -
🚀 Oh look, another "reinvent the wheel" guide for deep learning enthusiasts who think they're the next Newton of AI. Spoiler: 🤡 It's all about stumbling on Reddit tips, random #PyTorch versions, and hoping your model doesn't burn your GPU. 🔥
https://horace.io/brrr_intro.html #deeplearning #reinventthewheel #AItips #GPUburnout #Redditadvice #HackerNews #ngated -
💡 AI tip: Start your prompt with what you want to accomplish, not a question.
Instead of: 'Can you help me with my resume?'
Try: 'Rewriting my resume. My goal is to to emphasize my leadership experience for a VP role to get this _____ specific job.' -
Your AI is only as good as the instructions you leave for it.
Most people treat AI like a search bar — ask, get answer, close tab. But you can give it a file of rules it reads before every session. What account to use. What tools are off-limits. What to check first.
Without it, the AI guesses. With it, the AI executes.
Think of it like onboarding a new employee: the better your documentation, the less they mess up on day one.
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Your AI is only as good as the instructions you leave for it.
Most people treat AI like a search bar — ask, get answer, close tab. But you can give it a file of rules it reads before every session. What account to use. What tools are off-limits. What to check first.
Without it, the AI guesses. With it, the AI executes.
Think of it like onboarding a new employee: the better your documentation, the less they mess up on day one.
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People, please, think of the environment!
Only print out your chatbot conversations if it is really necessary.
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People, please, think of the environment!
Only print out your chatbot conversations if it is really necessary.
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Did you know? Just highlight text. Copilot becomes a mind reader.
No file drag & drop required. Highlight to extract deep insights.
Stop attaching files manually for simple queries.
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"Keep the structure, change the examples."
When AI nails the format but uses boring examples:
Don't rewrite from scratch. Tell it what to keep. Tell it what to change.
You're not starting over. You're refining.
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"Keep the structure, change the examples."
When AI nails the format but uses boring examples:
Don't rewrite from scratch. Tell it what to keep. Tell it what to change.
You're not starting over. You're refining.
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Prompting is 20% of the value.
The other 80%:
→ Directing the output
→ Iterating on what you get
→ Organizing what works
→ Building reusable systemsDon't stop at the prompt. That's where it starts.
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Prompting is 20% of the value.
The other 80%:
→ Directing the output
→ Iterating on what you get
→ Organizing what works
→ Building reusable systemsDon't stop at the prompt. That's where it starts.
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"What would a skeptic say about this?"
Ask AI to argue against its own output.
You'll find holes before someone else does. Makes your final work stronger.
Let AI be its own devil's advocate.
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"What would a skeptic say about this?"
Ask AI to argue against its own output.
You'll find holes before someone else does. Makes your final work stronger.
Let AI be its own devil's advocate.
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System prompts vs user prompts:
System prompt = standing instructions (always applies)
User prompt = single request (this conversation only)Put your preferences in system. Put your task in user.
You don't have to repeat yourself every time.
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System prompts vs user prompts:
System prompt = standing instructions (always applies)
User prompt = single request (this conversation only)Put your preferences in system. Put your task in user.
You don't have to repeat yourself every time.
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"Show me 3 different versions of this."
One of the most useful follow-ups you can ask.
You're not stuck with version 1. You can always ask for options.
Pick the best. Combine elements. Or use one as a starting point.
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"Show me 3 different versions of this."
One of the most useful follow-ups you can ask.
You're not stuck with version 1. You can always ask for options.
Pick the best. Combine elements. Or use one as a starting point.
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When to start a new chat vs. keep going:
New chat:
→ Completely different topic
→ AI is stuck in a bad direction
→ Context is getting messyKeep going:
→ Refining same output
→ Related follow-up questions
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AI gives you 10 outputs. 2 are great. That's the point.
Don't expect perfection on the first try. Expect options.
Generate quantity. Select quality. Edit what you pick.
You're not looking for THE answer. You're looking for raw material.
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AI gives you 10 outputs. 2 are great. That's the point.
Don't expect perfection on the first try. Expect options.
Generate quantity. Select quality. Edit what you pick.
You're not looking for THE answer. You're looking for raw material.
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Stop rewriting prompts. Start editing outputs.
When AI gives you something close but not right:
1. Copy the output
2. Edit the parts you don't like
3. Paste it back and say "rewrite based on my edits"Faster than starting over. Better results.
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Stop rewriting prompts. Start editing outputs.
When AI gives you something close but not right:
1. Copy the output
2. Edit the parts you don't like
3. Paste it back and say "rewrite based on my edits"Faster than starting over. Better results.
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Markdown vs JSON: when to use each
Markdown (.md):
→ Documentation, notes, Claude skills
→ Humans read it easilyJSON:
→ Automations, APIs, image/video generation
→ Machines read it easilyRule: If a human needs to read it, use Markdown.
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After any AI output, ask:
"How can this be made better without overcomplicating it?"
AI tends to add complexity. This prompt keeps improvements simple and usable.
Simple beats clever every time.
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After any AI output, ask:
"How can this be made better without overcomplicating it?"
AI tends to add complexity. This prompt keeps improvements simple and usable.
Simple beats clever every time.
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One of the best prompts you can use:
"Be brutally honest. Don't hold back. What's wrong with this and how would you fix it?"
AI is too polite by default. Give it permission to be critical.
You'll get feedback you can actually use.
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One of the best prompts you can use:
"Be brutally honest. Don't hold back. What's wrong with this and how would you fix it?"
AI is too polite by default. Give it permission to be critical.
You'll get feedback you can actually use.
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Beyond Prompting tip:
The prompt gets you a first draft. The magic happens after.
Don't like the output? Don't rewrite your prompt. Edit the output directly and ask AI to rewrite from there.
You're the director. The AI is the writer.
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Beyond Prompting tip:
The prompt gets you a first draft. The magic happens after.
Don't like the output? Don't rewrite your prompt. Edit the output directly and ask AI to rewrite from there.
You're the director. The AI is the writer.
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🚨 Breaking News: User discovers new Mac wipeout tool - it's called "Claude CLI"! 🤦♂️ Pro tip: always backup before trusting your entire digital life to an AI that’s one typo away from purging your existence. 😂🔫
https://old.reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1pgxckk/claude_cli_deleted_my_entire_home_directory_wiped/ #BreakingNews #ClaudeCLI #MacWipeout #BackupYourData #AITips #TechHumor #HackerNews #ngated -
🚨 Breaking News: User discovers new Mac wipeout tool - it's called "Claude CLI"! 🤦♂️ Pro tip: always backup before trusting your entire digital life to an AI that’s one typo away from purging your existence. 😂🔫
https://old.reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1pgxckk/claude_cli_deleted_my_entire_home_directory_wiped/ #BreakingNews #ClaudeCLI #MacWipeout #BackupYourData #AITips #TechHumor #HackerNews #ngated
