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What is prompt engineering in the context of Agentforce?

Real World Scenario

A teammate asks why their agent sounds too casual. You explain how instructions shape tone and behavior.

Expected Answer

• Prompt engineering is writing clear system and topic instructions that guide the LLM • Instructions define tone, role, boundaries, and how to use actions • Good prompts are specific: "Use formal tone" beats "be professional sometimes" • Include examples of ideal responses for tricky scenarios • Iterate using real conversation logs—not guesswork

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No. Long prompts dilute focus and cost tokens. Use structured sections: role, rules, escalation, examples. Put detail in topics and Knowledge where possible.

Architect Perspective

Show you tune behavior with instructions + data + actions—a three-legged stool, not magic words.