Ep 15 Blog November 21, 2025 0:56 w/ Justy & Cody

GPT 5 prompting guide | OpenAI Cookbook

Unlock the full potential of GPT-5 with practical prompting strategies to enhance performance and steerability.

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Host A Welcome back to the show! Today, we're diving into the capabilities of GPT-5 and how to really harness its power.

Host B Absolutely! GPT-5 is a game changer, especially in tasks where agentic performance and coding are critical.

Host A Right! The guide emphasizes that effective prompting is key to unlocking the model’s full potential.

Host B Exactly, and it's important to remember, there's no one-size-fits-all approach to prompting.

Host A For sure! Experimenting with prompts is encouraged to find what works best for your specific needs.

Host B And don't forget the new API features! They can significantly enhance coding tasks.

Host A Plus, tools like Cursor show how prompt tuning can lead to practical improvements. It's all about optimizing!

Host B So, if you're looking to make the most of GPT-5, this guide is a fantastic resource. Thanks for tuning in! Don't forget to check the link in the description for the full guide and start experimenting!