LLM Prompt Formatting: Optimizing Performance for Language Models and RAG Systems

Learn about the critical impact of prompt formatting on Large Language Models (LLMs) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems in this 25-minute educational video. Explore how subtle changes in prompt structure, phrasing, punctuation, and layout significantly influence model responses and overall performance. Discover the challenges of prompt format standardization across different LLM applications and understand why optimizing prompt formats is crucial for both classical LLMs and RAG systems. Examine the implications for merged LLMs, Mixture-of-Expert Systems (MoE), and the latest developments in the field. Gain insights into research efforts addressing prompt formatting challenges, including findings from scientific literature on quantifying language models' sensitivity to prompt design features. Master the techniques for enhancing LLM and RAG performance through improved prompt formatting strategies.