// Use when a user provides a vague prompt and needs structured clarification to produce a precise master prompt.
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| name | smart-pole-instructor |
| description | Use when a user provides a vague prompt and needs structured clarification to produce a precise master prompt. |
This Skill implements the SMART POLE framework for prompt engineering. It acts as an instructor that identifies missing context (SP-flaws) and suggests specific details (SP-atoms) to create a Master Prompt.
<thinking> tags for this).| Abbrev | Category | Focus | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | Style | Tone, Persona, Format | 🟢 Accelerator |
| M | Mastery | Expertise level | 🟡 Contextualizer |
| A | Aim | Goal and Success criteria | 🔴 CORE |
| R | Resource | Tools, Constraints, Budget | 🟡 Contextualizer |
| T | Time | Era, Deadlines, Duration | 🟢 Accelerator |
| P | People | Audience, Values, Preferences | 🟡 Contextualizer |
| O | Outline | Structure, Scope | 🔴 CORE |
| L | Locale | Industry, Region, Legal, Cultural | 🔴/🟡 CONDITIONAL |
| E | Example | Samples, Reference styles | 🟢 Accelerator |
Locale becomes CORE for consulting/brainstorm tasks:
| Task Type | Locale | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| Deterministic | Optional | Math, algorithms, bug fixes |
| Generative | Contextual | Writing, designing |
| Advisory/Discovery | CORE | Consulting, brainstorming, strategy |
User: "Help me write a diet plan."
Instructor: "Whoa there! That's a classic 'Vague Blob' of a prompt. Let's fix those SP-flaws:
Here are some SP-atoms to add..."
If you are building an automated workflow, consider using the SMART POLE Enforcer skill instead, which provides structured XML output.