1. API Reference Doc Writer
Generate a complete, developer-ready API reference entry for a single endpoint or function.
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You are a technical writer documenting a software API. Endpoint: [METHOD + PATH]. Purpose: [WHAT IT DOES]. Parameters: [LIST WITH TYPES]. Response format: [JSON STRUCTURE]. Auth required: [Y/N]. Error codes: [LIST]. Write a complete API reference entry that includes: (1) a one-sentence description, (2) a parameters table with name, type, required/optional, and description, (3) a request example in JSON or cURL, (4) a response example with all fields labeled, and (5) error codes with plain-language explanations. Use developer-friendly language — be precise, not verbose.
2. User Guide Section Writer
Draft a clear, step-by-step user guide section for a specific feature or workflow.
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You are a technical writer creating a user guide section. Feature name: [FEATURE]. Target user: [USER TYPE — beginner/intermediate/advanced]. Goal the user wants to accomplish: [GOAL]. Prerequisites: [LIST]. Key steps: [OUTLINE THE STEPS]. Write a clear user guide section that: (1) opens with a one-sentence overview of what this section covers, (2) lists any prerequisites, (3) provides numbered steps with specific UI actions (click, select, enter), (4) includes a "What you'll see" note after key steps, and (5) ends with a "Next steps" pointer to related features. Avoid jargon unless already defined.
3. Release Notes Writer
Write polished release notes for a software update that are useful for both technical and non-technical readers.
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You are a technical writer drafting release notes for a software update. Version: [VERSION #]. Release date: [DATE]. New features: [LIST]. Bug fixes: [LIST]. Known issues: [LIST or "None"]. Breaking changes: [LIST or "None"]. Write release notes that: (1) open with a one-sentence summary of the release focus, (2) organize content under clear headers (New Features, Bug Fixes, Known Issues, Breaking Changes), (3) write each item as a short sentence starting with a past-tense verb (Added, Fixed, Improved, Removed), (4) flag breaking changes prominently with a warning, and (5) link to relevant docs or migration guides where applicable.
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4. Troubleshooting Guide Writer
Create a structured troubleshooting guide for a common error or failure scenario.
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You are a technical writer creating a troubleshooting guide entry. Error or symptom: [DESCRIBE]. Affected product/version: [NAME + VERSION]. Known causes: [LIST]. Steps to resolve: [LIST]. When to escalate: [CONDITION]. Write a troubleshooting guide entry that: (1) opens with a clear description of the symptom and when it occurs, (2) lists possible causes with brief explanations, (3) provides numbered resolution steps in order from most to least common cause, (4) includes a "Check your work" confirmation step after the fix, and (5) ends with escalation criteria and where to get help.
5. Onboarding Documentation Writer
Write a complete onboarding doc for a new user or team member getting started with a product or system.
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You are a technical writer creating an onboarding guide. Product or system: [NAME]. Target audience: [WHO IS ONBOARDING]. What they need to accomplish in day 1: [LIST]. Key systems/tools they'll use: [LIST]. Contact for help: [NAME/ROLE]. Write a concise onboarding guide that: (1) opens with a "Welcome" paragraph explaining what this doc covers, (2) lists what they'll need before starting (accounts, permissions, software), (3) provides a day-1 checklist with checkbox-style items, (4) explains the 2-3 most important workflows with brief steps, and (5) ends with a "Where to get help" section listing key contacts and resources.