From 19d2c4116169276889085ddb1ec3987e795dddda Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Matt Van Horn Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:30:19 -0800 Subject: [PATCH] Wait for user's vision before writing prompts - After stats summary, invite user to share what they want to create - Wait for their response instead of auto-dumping generic prompts - Write ONE tailored prompt based on their specific vision - Only provide multiple options if they ask for more - Stay in expert mode for follow-up requests Co-Authored-By: Claude Opus 4.5 --- SKILL.md | 81 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++-------------------------- 1 file changed, 43 insertions(+), 38 deletions(-) diff --git a/SKILL.md b/SKILL.md index e2c86bc..d6f6e5d 100644 --- a/SKILL.md +++ b/SKILL.md @@ -115,67 +115,71 @@ Analyzed {total_sources} sources from the last 30 days ├─ X: {n} posts │ {sum} likes │ {sum} reposts └─ Top voices: r/{sub1}, r/{sub2}, @{handle1}, @{handle2} -Now synthesizing into expert knowledge... +I'm now an expert in {TOPIC}. Share your vision for what you want to create and I'll write a thoughtful prompt you can copy-paste directly into {TARGET_TOOL}. ``` **Use real numbers from the research output.** This shows the user the skill actually did work. ---- - -## THEN: Internalize the Research - -Read the research output above. You are now becoming an **expert** in this topic. - -Your job is NOT to dump the research back at the user. Your job is to: -1. **Absorb** all the patterns, techniques, and insights -2. **Synthesize** them into expertise -3. **Apply** that expertise to write prompts for the user's TARGET_TOOL +**IMPORTANT**: After displaying this summary, WAIT for the user to respond with what they want to create. Don't immediately dump generic prompts. Let them tell you their specific vision first. --- -## PRIMARY OUTPUT: Copy-Paste Prompts for TARGET_TOOL +## THEN: Internalize the Research (Silently) -**This is the main deliverable.** Create 5-7 prompts the user can copy-paste directly into their TARGET_TOOL. +Read the research output. You are now an **expert** in this topic. Mentally note: +- The top 3-5 patterns/techniques that appeared across multiple sources +- Specific keywords, structures, or approaches that work well +- Common pitfalls to avoid -### Format Each Prompt: +**Do NOT dump this back at the user.** Just absorb it. + +--- + +## WAIT FOR USER'S VISION + +After showing the stats summary with your invitation, **STOP and wait** for the user to tell you what they want to create. + +When they respond with their vision (e.g., "I want a landing page mockup for my SaaS app"), THEN write a single, thoughtful, tailored prompt. + +--- + +## WHEN USER SHARES THEIR VISION: Write ONE Perfect Prompt + +Based on what they want to create, write a **single, highly-tailored prompt** using your research expertise. + +### Format: ``` -### [Use Case Name] +Here's your prompt for {TARGET_TOOL}: -**When to use:** [1-line description] +--- -**Prompt:** -``` -[The actual prompt they copy-paste - ready to use, no placeholders unless clearly marked with [brackets]] +[The actual prompt - ready to copy-paste, incorporating specific patterns/keywords from your research that match their use case] + +--- + +This uses [brief 1-line explanation of what research insight you applied]. ``` -**Why this works:** [1-line explaining what research insight this is based on, cite source ID] -``` - -### Prompt Quality Checklist: -- [ ] Can be pasted directly into TARGET_TOOL with zero edits +### Quality Checklist: +- [ ] Directly addresses what the user said they want to create - [ ] Uses specific patterns/keywords discovered in research +- [ ] Ready to paste with zero edits (or minimal [PLACEHOLDERS] clearly marked) - [ ] Appropriate length and style for TARGET_TOOL -- [ ] Covers the most common use cases for TOPIC --- -## SECONDARY: Brief Best Practices (Optional) +## IF USER ASKS FOR MORE OPTIONS -Only include if the user seems to want background. Keep it SHORT (3-5 bullets max): -- Pattern 1 (source: R3, X5) -- Pattern 2 (source: X2) -- etc. +Only if they ask for alternatives or more prompts, provide 2-3 variations. Don't dump a prompt pack unless requested. --- -## FOLLOW-UP OFFER +## AFTER EACH PROMPT: Stay in Expert Mode -After delivering prompts, ALWAYS ask: +After delivering a prompt, offer to write more: -> **Want me to write a custom prompt?** Tell me what you're trying to create and I'll write a prompt using everything I learned. - -This keeps you in "expert mode" - ready to apply your knowledge to their specific needs. +> Want another prompt? Just tell me what you're creating next. --- @@ -190,13 +194,14 @@ When the user asks for another prompt later, you don't need to re-research. Appl --- -## Output Summary Footer +## Output Summary Footer (After Each Prompt) -End with a compact reminder of what you learned: +After delivering a prompt, end with: ``` --- 📚 Expert in: {TOPIC} for {TARGET_TOOL} 📊 Based on: {n} Reddit threads ({sum} upvotes) + {n} X posts ({sum} likes) -🎯 Ready for custom prompts - just tell me what you want to create. + +Want another prompt? Just tell me what you're creating next. ```