Claude seems way better when I stop trying to write the perfect prompt

A user experimenting with Claude found that providing the AI with actual context, such as documentation, notes, and screenshots, yields better results than crafting "perfect" and overly detailed prompts. They noted that using Claude less like a chatbot and more like a collaborative partner, by presenting a problem, attempted solutions, and asking for insights, proved surprisingly effective. This approach suggests that giving Claude more real-world context is more beneficial than extensive prompt engineering.

This report highlights a shift in effective prompt engineering for Claude, moving from highly detailed instructions to providing real-world context, unlike previous approaches focused on intricate prompt design.