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I need you to write [type of content] in a voice that is [adjective 1], [adjective 2], and [adjective 3]. The audience is [describe reader]. The goal is to [desired outcome]. Here's an example of the voice I'm going for: [Paste a sample paragraph in the desired voice] Now write [content description] matching this voice exactly. Maintain the same sentence length patterns, vocabulary level, and tone throughout.

Here is [original content type — a blog post, a report, a transcript, meeting notes]: [Paste content] Transform this into [target format]: a Twitter/X thread (8-12 tweets), a LinkedIn post (hook + value + CTA), an email newsletter section (150 words), and a presentation outline (5-7 slides with speaker notes). Each format should emphasize the angle most relevant to that platform's audience.

Edit the following text for clarity, impact, and concision. Rules: 1) Cut any sentence that doesn't earn its place, 2) Replace jargon with plain language unless the jargon is necessary for the audience, 3) Strengthen weak verbs (replace "is," "was," "has" with action verbs where possible), 4) Break up any sentence over 25 words, 5) Preserve my voice — tighten, don't rewrite. Show me the edited version, then list every change you made and why. [Paste text]

Create a detailed content brief for an article targeting the keyword "[keyword]." Include: 1) Recommended title (under 60 characters), 2) Meta description (under 155 characters), 3) Suggested H2 and H3 structure, 4) Key questions the article must answer (based on what people searching this keyword actually want), 5) Related keywords to include naturally, 6) Recommended word count, 7) Content angle that differentiates this from what already ranks.

I just had a meeting about [topic] with [attendees/roles]. Here are my rough notes: [Paste messy notes] Draft a professional follow-up email that includes: 1) Summary of key decisions made, 2) Action items with owners and deadlines, 3) Open questions that need resolution, 4) Next steps and next meeting date if applicable. Tone: [professional/casual/executive-brief]. Keep it under [word count] words.

Here is my code that isn't working as expected: ```[language] [Paste code] ``` Expected behavior: [what it should do] Actual behavior: [what it does instead] Error message (if any): [paste error] Please: 1) Identify the bug and explain why it happens, 2) Show the corrected code, 3) Explain the fix so I understand the underlying concept, 4) Suggest any other issues or improvements you notice (but keep the focus on the bug first).

Review this code for: 1) Bugs or potential runtime errors, 2) Security vulnerabilities (injection, auth issues, data exposure), 3) Performance concerns, 4) Readability and maintainability, 5) Adherence to [language/framework] best practices. Prioritize issues by severity (critical > important > nice-to-have). For each issue, explain the problem, show the fix, and explain why it matters. ```[language] [Paste code] ```

I'm new to this codebase. Here are the key files: [Paste file contents or describe the structure] Explain: 1) What this code does at a high level, 2) The architecture and design patterns used, 3) How data flows through the system, 4) The entry points (where does execution start?), 5) The key dependencies and why they're used. Explain it as if I'm a [junior/mid/senior] developer joining the team.

Write comprehensive test cases for this function/component: ```[language] [Paste code] ``` Include: 1) Happy path tests (normal usage), 2) Edge cases (empty inputs, boundary values, type mismatches), 3) Error cases (what should fail and how), 4) Integration considerations (how this interacts with other components). Use [testing framework] syntax. Explain the reasoning behind each test case.

Here is a database query that's running slowly: ```sql [Paste query] ``` Table structure: [describe or paste schema] Approximate data volume: [number of rows] Current execution time: [time] Please: 1) Explain why this query is slow, 2) Suggest an optimized version, 3) Recommend any indexes that would help, 4) Explain the tradeoffs of your optimization (does it sacrifice readability? does the index slow writes?). Show the EXPLAIN plan difference if possible.

I need to decide between [option A], [option B], and [option C]. The decision is about [context]. My priorities are (in rough order): [priority 1], [priority 2], [priority 3], [priority 4]. For each option, rate it against each priority (strong/moderate/weak) and explain your reasoning. Then give me a recommendation with a confidence level. Flag any information I should gather before deciding.

I'm about to [describe plan, project, or decision]. Imagine it's six months from now and this has failed completely. Write the post-mortem: What went wrong? What risks did I underestimate? What dependencies broke? What assumption was wrong? Then come back to the present: which of these failure modes can I prevent or mitigate right now? Rank them by likelihood and impact.

Here's what I worked on this week: [Paste rough notes, calendar events, completed tasks, or a stream-of-consciousness summary] Please organize this into: 1) Key accomplishments (what actually moved the needle), 2) Time sinks (what took more time than it was worth), 3) Unfinished items and why they stalled, 4) Patterns or insights (what does this week reveal about how I work?), 5) Three priorities for next week based on what I've told you.

I need to negotiate [situation — salary, contract, scope, deadline, price]. Here's my context: - What I want: [ideal outcome] - What I'd accept: [minimum acceptable outcome] - My leverage: [what I bring to the table] - Their likely position: [what the other side probably wants] - Relationship importance: [one-time deal vs. ongoing relationship] Give me: 1) An opening position and rationale, 2) Three concessions I can make that cost me little but feel valuable to them, 3) Two things I should never concede, 4) A script for the hardest moment — when they push back on my core ask.

Explain [complex topic] to me at three levels: 1. **Like I'm 10**: Use analogies, no jargon, focus on the core idea. 2. **Like I'm a smart non-expert**: Include key terminology with definitions, cover the main mechanisms, explain why it matters. 3. **Like I'm a professional in the field**: Use proper terminology, address nuances, include current debates, and point me to the most important papers or resources. I'm actually at level [1/2/3], but I want all three to check my understanding.

I need creative ideas for [project/problem]. Give me 20 ideas in three categories: 1) Safe and proven (ideas that are conventional but effective), 2) Bold and different (ideas that stand out but carry more risk), 3) Wild cards (ideas that might be brilliant or might be terrible — push the boundaries). For each idea, write one sentence explaining it and one sentence on why it might work. Don't self-censor.

[Upload an image] Analyze this image in detail: 1) Describe what you see objectively, 2) Identify the style, composition, and technique, 3) What mood or emotion does this convey? 4) If this is a design/UI/photo I'm working on, suggest three specific improvements with reasoning, 5) Describe this image in a way that could be used as a prompt to recreate something similar with an AI image generator.

I need name ideas for [product/company/project/feature]. Context: [what it does, who it's for, what feeling you want]. Generate 15 name options across three styles: 1) Descriptive (tells you what it does), 2) Evocative (creates a feeling or association), 3) Abstract (unique, memorable, ownable). For each name, explain the rationale, check if the .com domain is likely available, and rate memorability 1-5.

I need to present [topic] to [audience] in [time limit]. The goal is to [desired outcome — persuade, inform, get approval, inspire action]. Here's my raw content: [Paste key points, data, or notes] Build this into a presentation narrative arc: 1) Opening hook (first 30 seconds — grab attention), 2) The problem or tension (why this matters), 3) The journey (key points in logical order), 4) The climax (the main insight or recommendation), 5) The close (clear call to action). Include suggested slide titles and one key visual per slide.

I want to learn [skill/topic] from [current level] to [target level] in [timeframe]. I can dedicate [hours per week]. My learning style is [visual/hands-on/reading/video]. Create a structured learning plan with: 1) Weekly milestones, 2) Specific resources for each phase (free where possible), 3) Practice exercises that build progressively, 4) How to measure progress at each stage, 5) Common plateaus and how to push through them.