Here are some tips when prompting AI as your Data Analyst copilot:
1. Define the task clearly and concisely in the prompt.
2. Provide context or rules the data must adhere to.
3. For clarity, include examples of valid and invalid data.
4. Ask the model to reason through potential issues rather than apply fixed rules.
5. Evaluate the model's output critically and refine the prompt if needed.
6. Iterate by adding specific instructions or examples to address gaps.
7. Use the model's outputs as a collaborative tool to guide human decisions.
8. Document the validation criteria and process for consistency and reuse.
The new skill is about how to *delegate/incrementally “tell”* and *evaluate*.