Prompt Engineering for Developers

AI Coding Prompts & Templates

Master the art of prompt engineering for AI coding assistance. Get copy-ready prompts for code generation, debugging, testing, documentation, and architecture across 10 programming languages.

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Prompt Categories

AI Tools & Tips

ChatGPT

OpenAI's conversational AI

Best for: General coding, explanations, debugging

Tip: Be specific about language version and framework

Claude

Anthropic's AI assistant

Best for: Code analysis, complex reasoning, security

Tip: Great for detailed code reviews and architecture

GitHub Copilot

AI pair programmer

Best for: Real-time coding assistance

Tip: Works best with clear function names and comments

Cursor

AI-powered code editor

Best for: Code generation and editing

Tip: Use @codebase to reference your project context

Codeium

Free AI code completion

Best for: Code suggestions and completions

Tip: Configure for your preferred coding style

Code Generation Prompts

Select Prompt Template

Customize Variables

Language

Description

Generated Prompt

Create a [language] function that [description]. Include proper error handling, documentation, and follow [language] best practices.

💡 How to Use

1. Select your programming language and prompt category
2. Choose a specific prompt template
3. Fill in the variables with your specific requirements
4. Copy the generated prompt
5. Paste it into your AI tool (ChatGPT, Claude, etc.)

Prompt Engineering Best Practices

Effective Prompt Writing

• Be specific: Include language version, framework, and requirements
• Provide context: Explain the problem domain and constraints
• Use examples: Show expected input/output when possible
• Specify format: Request code style, documentation, and structure
• Iterate and refine: Adjust prompts based on AI responses

AI Tool Optimization

• ChatGPT: Great for explanations and step-by-step guidance
• Claude: Excellent for code analysis and security reviews
• GitHub Copilot: Best for real-time coding assistance
• Cursor: Ideal for codebase-aware generation
• Codeium: Good for free code completion

🚀 Advanced Prompt Techniques

Chain of Thought

Ask AI to "think step by step" for complex problems

Few-Shot Learning

Provide examples to guide AI output format

Role Playing

Ask AI to act as a senior developer or architect

Constraint Setting

Specify performance, security, or style requirements

How to Use Prompt Engineering

🚀 Step-by-Step Guide

1. Choose Language: Select your programming language from the 10 available options
2. Pick Category: Choose from Code Generation, Debugging, Testing, Documentation, or Architecture
3. Select Template: Choose a specific prompt template that fits your needs
4. Customize Variables: Fill in the variables with your specific requirements
5. Copy & Use: Copy the generated prompt and paste it into your AI tool