This is a self-check quiz. Use it to quickly verify that you understood the key ideas from the previous lessons before moving on.
1How to take this quiz
1. Open your LLM of choice (ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini).\n2. For each question, answer from memory first.\n3. Then, if you get stuck, quickly scan the previous lesson and try again.
You can also paste the questions into your LLM and ask it to act as a tutor: explain why each correct answer is correct, and why each wrong answer is wrong.
2What to do if you feel lost
If most questions feel difficult, that is a signal to slow down and revisit the previous lessons. Prompt engineering is a skill that compounds: small gaps early on make later topics feel much harder than they need to be.
Key Takeaways
Quizzes are not about perfection. They are a fast way to see which ideas you should review before you invest more time in advanced techniques.
Try These Prompts
Put these prompt engineering concepts into practice with our beginner-friendly prompts:
Fix Common Issues
Having trouble with your prompts? These common issues and their solutions will help:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need programming experience to learn prompt engineering?
No, prompt engineering is accessible to everyone. While some advanced techniques require understanding AI concepts, you can start creating effective prompts with just basic writing skills. This course is designed for beginners and builds up gradually.
Which AI tool should I start with?
We recommend starting with ChatGPT (free tier available) or Claude (generous free tier). Both are excellent for learning prompt engineering fundamentals. You can try Gemini later once you understand the basics. The techniques you learn work across all major AI platforms.
How long does it take to become good at prompt engineering?
Most people see significant improvements within 1-2 weeks of consistent practice. The basics can be learned quickly, but mastery comes from experimentation and iteration. Focus on understanding why techniques work rather than memorizing templates.
Can I use these techniques for work?
Absolutely! Prompt engineering is becoming an essential skill across many industries. Companies are hiring prompt engineers, and effective prompting can significantly boost productivity in content creation, analysis, coding, and many other fields.
What if the AI gives me unexpected results?
Unexpected results are part of the learning process! When this happens, analyze what went wrong: Was your instruction unclear? Did you provide enough context? Did you give good examples? Each iteration teaches you something new about how AI interprets your prompts.