Zero-to-useful AI setup
Goal: get one reliable result quickly, then reuse that workflow.
Step 1 — Pick one concrete outcome
Example: “Plan a 5-day train trip in Italy under €120/day.”
Step 2 — Use this prompt skeleton
You are [role]. Help me [goal].
Constraints: [budget/time/style].
Output: [format].
Ask 3 clarifying questions first.
Step 3 — Improve one iteration
Send: Revise this for accuracy and practicality. Keep constraints. Explain changes briefly.
Step 4 — Save reusable template
Create one “starter prompt” note so every new task begins from proven structure.
Next best step:
Fix bad AI answers fast
If you’re building this for users/teams, continue with Assistant Evaluation Basics.