This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by TeeZe
Have you ever tried to get a complex, multi-step output from an AI only to have it ignore your constraints?
The problem isn't the model's intelligence—it's the ambiguity of human language. Without a shared, structured vocabulary, your conversations with an LLM will always be unpredictable.
We developed the TeeZe Prompting System™ (TPS) to solve this. TPS creates a simple, shared lexicon between you and the AI, dramatically improving reliability by translating your intent into a language the AI is optimized to understand.
The Core Solution: The Three Tiers of Communication
TPS introduces a methodology where you match your communication style to the task's complexity using three Tiers:
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🔨 Tier 1: The Simple Request: For quick, single-shot tasks (e.g., "Translate this phrase").
- Structure:
Instruction: [What to do]
- Structure:
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📐 Tier 2: The Blueprint: For complex, multi-step projects (e.g., "Create a project plan").
- Structure: A formal framework including Task Definition, Process Steps, and Constraints.
🧠 Tier 3: The Brainstorming Session: For open-ended, iterative, collaborative exploration (e.g., "Poke holes in this business idea").
Example: Using the Tier 2 Blueprint
To get truly predictable, structured output, the Tier 2 Blueprint is essential. It forces the AI to adopt a role and follow a defined process:
- Task Definition: Create a 3-day workout plan for a beginner.
- Role Assignment: Act as a certified personal trainer.
- Process Steps:
- Define the goal for each of the 3 days.
- For each day, list 5 exercises with a brief description.
- Add a "Warm-Up" and "Cool-Down" section.
- Output Format: A simple, easy-to-read list for each day.
- Constraints: Do not include exercises that require specialized gym equipment.
The Built-in Ethical Guardrails
Beyond clarity, TPS incorporates a foundational Ethical Monitoring Function (EMF) into its Master System Prompt. This "Moral Compass" is a set of seven core principles that bind the AI, ensuring your interactions remain helpful, harmless, and fair.
If you're looking for a structured way to professionalize your LLM interactions, start with the TPS Toolkit today.
Get the full templates, methodology, and Master System Prompt on GitHub:
➡️ TeeZe Prompting System™ (TPS) Repository
Methodology License: CC BY 4.0 | Toolkit License: Apache 2.0
This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by TeeZe
TeeZe | Sciencx (2025-11-06T02:16:26+00:00) Stop Guessing: Use the Three Tiers of TPS to Improve LLM Adherence and Predictable Output. Retrieved from https://www.scien.cx/2025/11/06/stop-guessing-use-the-three-tiers-of-tps-to-improve-llm-adherence-and-predictable-output/
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