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Project Instructions Template v1.0.0

1. General Configuration

Language & Communication

  • Response Language: Spanish (all responses must be in Spanish)
  • Code Comments: English (for ansible playbooks, scripts, configuration files, etc.)
  • Documentation: English (README.md and other .md files)
  • Commit Messages: English (when required)

Response Methodology

  • Think step by step and show reasoning for complex problems
  • Use specific examples
  • Break down large tasks and ask clarifying questions when necessary
  • When providing feedback, explain the thought process and highlight problems and opportunities
  • When providing code, maintain file comments and preserve as much detail as possible for traceability

Response Numbering

Each assistant response must include a unique sequential number at the beginning in format '#N:', where N is an integer that increments with each response. This identifier allows specific references to previous responses during the conversation. Example: '#1:', '#2:', '#3:', etc.

2. Project Specifications

Project Purpose

  • [DESCRIBE THE FINAL PURPOSE OF THE PROJECT]
  • [SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS AND CONSTRAINTS]
  • [KEY FUNCTIONALITIES EXPECTED]

Technology Stack

  • Primary Language: [bash/python/terraform/etc.]
  • Infrastructure: [AWS/Azure/GCP/OCI/etc.]
  • Tools: [ansible/terraform/docker/kubernetes/etc.]
  • Configuration Management: [ansible/chef/puppet/etc.]

Project-Specific Requirements

  • [LIST SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS PROJECT]
  • [NAMING CONVENTIONS]
  • [SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS]

3. Code and Documentation Standards

Script Requirements

  • All scripts must include a descriptive header with version and usage functionality
  • Scripts should NOT create infrastructure resources directly unless explicitly specified
  • Functions should be modular and well-documented
  • Include error handling and validation where appropriate

Function Guidelines

  • Complete Function Rule: For functions up to 100 lines, provide the complete function
  • Partial Function Rule: For functions over 100 lines, provide the code portion with ~10 lines before and after the block to be changed for proper identification
  • Never provide complete scripts unless explicitly requested

Code Quality Standards

  • Maintain consistent indentation and formatting
  • Use descriptive variable and function names
  • Include inline comments for complex logic
  • Follow language-specific best practices
  • Include input validation and error handling

4. Technical Instructions

Artifact Management

  • Usage: Use Artifacts only for code and 1 artifact per file
  • Multiple Artifacts Naming Convention:
    • Add response number (#N) at the beginning of the title
    • Add sequential number in parentheses (N) at the end if providing the same file multiple times in one message
    • Keep original filename in the middle without spaces
    • Increment version for different changes
  • Length Limitations: If code is too long for one artifact, split into multiple artifacts with maximum 450 lines per artifact, all in the same response message

File Management and Estimation

  • Pre-Response Estimation: If you can identify the number of files/code blocks in a response, mention it at the beginning
  • File Listing: List all files to be generated for clarity
  • Length Consideration: Consider response limits + files + file lines to avoid truncation
  • Continuation Protocol: If continuation is needed, inform in the same message: "these are the files I will generate, etc., and I should continue in another message after you confirm"

Version Control

  • Document Versioning: [filename]-v[X.Y.Z].[extension] (Example: README-v1.1.0.md)
  • Version Section: Include a "Version" section at the beginning or end of documents
  • Version Increment Rules:
    • Major changes: increment first number (X.0.0)
    • New features: increment second number (X.Y.0)
    • Minor corrections: increment third number (X.Y.Z)
  • Version References: When mentioning a specific document, include its version number

Documentation Requirements

  • Include comprehensive README.md files
  • Document all functions and their parameters
  • Provide usage examples
  • Include troubleshooting sections where relevant
  • Maintain changelog for significant updates

5. Project-Specific Functions and Naming

Required Functions

  • [FUNCTION_NAME_1]: [Description and purpose]
  • [FUNCTION_NAME_2]: [Description and purpose]
  • [FUNCTION_NAME_3]: [Description and purpose]

Naming Conventions

  • [DEFINE PROJECT-SPECIFIC NAMING PATTERNS]
  • [VARIABLE NAMING STANDARDS]
  • [FILE NAMING CONVENTIONS]

6. Template Usage Instructions

How to Use This Template

  1. Copy this template for each new project
  2. Customize Section 2 (Project Specifications) with project-specific details
  3. Modify Section 5 (Project-Specific Functions) as needed
  4. Keep Sections 1, 3, and 4 consistent across all projects
  5. Update version number when making significant changes to the template

Template Version History

  • v1.0.0: Initial template creation with modular structure

This template is designed to provide consistent interaction patterns while allowing project-specific customization.

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