Communicating Architecture to AI
Learn how to clearly convey system architecture, constraints, and design intent to AI assistants. Master the vocabulary and techniques that help AI understand your codebase context.
6 lessons
Describing Your System to AI
AI knows nothing about your project until you explain it. Clear system descriptions lead to relevant, actionable suggestions.
Providing Context Effectively
The right context is relevant, concise, and current. Too little leads to wrong assumptions; too much causes confusion.
Constraints, Requirements, and Boundaries
AI needs to know what it can't do, not just what it should do. Unstated constraints lead to unusable suggestions.
Using Diagrams and Pseudocode
Visual and structured representations help AI understand complex systems and flows better than prose alone.
Reference Materials and Examples
Examples and reference materials help AI understand exactly what you want — show, don't just tell.
The Art of the System Prompt
System prompts set persistent context that shapes how AI assists you throughout an entire conversation or project.