Google’s Guide to Prompt Engineering

A practical guide to mastering prompt engineering fundamentals for real-world AI use

What it is:

A clear, structured handbook on core prompt engineering methods—covering well-established practices like prompt format design, model configuration (temperature, top-K, top-P), and standard advanced techniques like Chain of Thought, Step-back Prompting, and ReAct.

Why it’s good:

It consolidates foundational best practices into one practical reference, illustrating each with real examples, making it highly useful for teams and practitioners who want to upgrade their prompting without sifting through scattered blog posts or academic papers.

Who it’s for:

Consultants, strategists, engineers, and teams looking to solidify their prompt engineering fundamentals and apply more consistent, effective prompting techniques across projects.