Quick Start

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Here's a very simple POML example. Please put it in a file named example.poml. Make sure it resides in the same directory as the photosynthesis_diagram.png image file.

<poml>
  <role>You are a patient teacher explaining concepts to a 10-year-old.</role>
  <task>Explain the concept of photosynthesis using the provided image as a reference.</task>

  <img src="photosynthesis_diagram.png" alt="Diagram of photosynthesis" />

  <output-format>
    Keep the explanation simple, engaging, and under 100 words.
    Start with "Hey there, future scientist!".
  </output-format>
</poml>

This example defines a role and task for the LLM, includes an image for context, and specifies the desired output format. With the POML toolkit, the prompt can be easily rendered with a flexible format, and tested with a vision LLM.

YouTube Video

We also recommend watching our YouTube video for a quick introduction to POML and how to get started.

Next Steps

• Learn POML Syntax: Understand the structure and syntax of POML files.
• Explore Components: Discover the available components and how to use them.
• Install VS Code Extension: Set up the POML extension for Visual Studio Code to enhance your development experience.
• Configure Python SDK: Learn how to configure the POML Python SDK for your projects and integrate into your workflow.