exotic-emerald•15mo ago
General prompting tips for Vapi?
Running into a few issues with the assistants--sometimes it doesn't call the assigned functions at appropriate times, sometimes it calls the functions at inappropriate times, sometimes it just doesn't respond at all, etc. Any prompting techniques for the assistant functions, or just for the system prompt in general? I know most general prompt engineering techniques, but anything that is quirky about Vapi? Just curious!
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itchy-amethyst•15mo ago
itchy-amethyst•15mo ago
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@cjarraya
I'm sorry to hear you're experiencing issues with your assistants. It sounds like you're well-versed in prompt engineering, but Vapi does have some unique aspects that could help you fine-tune your assistant's behavior.
Here are a few tips that might help:
1. Sectional Organization: Make sure your prompts are well-structured. Organize the information and instructions in sections to help the assistant parse and execute commands more effectively.
2. Task Breakdown: Break down tasks into step-by-step instructions. This can help the assistant understand the sequence of actions and execute them in the correct order.
3. Controlling Response Timing: Use explicit cues in your prompts to control when the assistant should execute certain functions. This can help prevent it from calling functions at inappropriate times.
4. Explicit Tool Integration: When you want the assistant to use a specific tool or function, mention it explicitly in your prompt. This can help ensure that the assistant calls the right function at the right time.
5. Common Issues: Familiarize yourself with some of the common issues that users encounter and how they are typically resolved. This can help you anticipate problems and include preventative measures in your prompts.
If you're still having trouble, could you provide a specific example or scenario where the assistant isn't performing as expected? That way, I can give you more targeted advice.
You can continue this conversation by mentioning me in the message.