CHAPTER 11Unlocking ChatGPT Tips and Tricks
This chapter explains some unique and powerful hidden tips and tricks to help you master the prompt engineering process as a project manager. These settings are suitable for all the prompt examples in Chapter 10, “Prompt Engineering for Project Managers,” and can be tailored to meet your specific inquiries.
Table 11.1: ChatGPT Tips and Tricks
| TIP/TRICK NAME | DESCRIPTION | EXAMPLE |
|---|---|---|
| New task or new chat? | If you are in the same chat and want to start over from scratch with a prompt so the chat does not remember how you trained it, type “Reset the chat.” Otherwise, open a new chat. However, it is recommended to start a new chat to ensure that your request is met. | Type: “Reset the chat” |
| Readable prompt | To make your prompt more readable, press Shift+Enter to start a new line. | Hello Project Management World! <white space> How are you? |
| White space | Be cautious when you use white space in your writing. Excessive or unconventional use of white space can potentially affect how the model interprets the text. | “Why is formatting important?” Each word is separated by a new line, which is unconventional for standard business writing. |
| Quotes | Including quotes in your prompt can provide context and clarify the meaning of specific words or phrases. This helps ChatGPT understand your intended meaning more accurately. | Type: “Act as a senior project manager. You are required to create a ‘Benefits Realization Card’ for a retail company's project ... |
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