Template

What Is This Pattern?

The Template Pattern gives the AI a structured outline with placeholders that it fills in based on your input. This ensures consistent structure while allowing flexible content.

How It Works

You provide a template with placeholders (like {feature_name}, {benefit}, etc.) and the AI fills them in with appropriate content based on your context.

When To Use This Pattern

• You need consistent document structure
• Creating standardized outputs (user stories, PRDs, etc.)
• Generating multiple similar items
• Ensuring all required sections are included

Best Practices

• Use clear, descriptive placeholder names
• Provide context for what should fill each placeholder
• Keep templates simple and focused
• Test with different inputs to ensure flexibility

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Too many placeholders (overwhelming)
• Vague placeholder names
• Rigid templates that don't allow variation
• Not providing enough context for filling placeholders

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