Overview
The difference between a great app and something that barely works often comes down to your first prompt. This guide will show you how to write that crucial first instruction to Genesis, the one that sets everything in motion.
💡 Note: You need ONE prompt to start. Everything else can be added later.
The First Prompt
Every successful first prompt answers three questions.
Audience
"My photography clients..." "Our dental patients..." "My sales team..."
Problem/Solution
"...need to book sessions..." "...want to schedule appointments..." "...has to track leads..."
Action
"...and receive confirmations" "...with available time slots" "...and see follow-up dates"
Formula
"My photography clients need to book sessions and receive confirmations"
That's a perfect first prompt. Clear, focused, actionable.
Use Prompt Enhancement
Not sure how to describe what you want? The Enhance Prompt feature takes your rough idea and turns it into a detailed, specific request that Genesis can act on.
Your First Prompt
Go to the main Genesis dashboard.
Type what you want (even if it's vague).
Click "Enhance Prompt"
Review the suggestions
Hit generate with the improved prompt.
Follow-Up Prompts
Wait for Genesis to generate your app.
Type a follow-up prompt in the TAA chat.
Click "Enhance Prompt"
Review the suggestions
Hit generate with the improved prompt.
Starter Kits
Copy these templates and customize for your business.
Classic Contact Form
"Build a contact form for [your business type] that emails me submissions"
Booking Tool
"Create a booking tool for [your service] with available time slots"
Tracker for Anyhing
"Make a tracker for [what you track] with status updates"
Industry Calculator
"Build a calculator for [your calculation] that shows totals"
Pick one. Customize it. That's your first prompt.
Use the Right Words
Power Verbs
Start with these action words:
Build a form that...
Create a system for...
Make a tool that...
Design a dashboard showing...
Clarity Phrases
Add these for precision:
Simple - keeps it focused
Basic - avoids complexity
For my [business type] - adds context
That [does something] - defines the action
The 2-Sentence Rule
Ideally, your first prompt should not have more than two sentences.
One Sentence (Best)
"Create a lead capture form for my real estate business with property preferences"
Two Sentences (Extra Context)
"I run a yoga studio with 5 instructors. Build a class booking system that shows available sessions"
If you're writing a third sentence, save it for your second prompt.
Pick ONE Core Function
Your first prompt should do one thing excellently.
✅ Focused First Prompts:
"Build a quote calculator for landscaping projects"
"Create a waitlist for my restaurant"
"Make a feedback form with star ratings"
❌ Too Many Functions:
"Build a system that handles quotes, invoices, payments, exports, reminders, notifications, and customer management"
💡 Note: You can add more features in 30 seconds after your calculator works.
Ideas/Solutions vs. Specs
Genesis handles all the technical details. You just describe what you need.
Natural Business Language
"Track which therapist is booked when"
"Calculate project costs including labor"
"Collect feedback after appointments"
First Prompts That Work
Need inspiration? These actual first prompts created successful apps.
Service Business
"Build an appointment scheduler for my barbershop with service selection"
Consulting
"Create a project status dashboard for my clients"
Retail
"Make an inventory tracker that alerts when items are low"
Healthcare
"Build a patient intake form with insurance information"
Troubleshooting Prompts
Unexpected Functionality
Add context:
Before: "Build a booking system"
After: "Build a booking system for my hair salon with 30-minute time slots"
High Complexity
Use keywords like "simple" or "minimalist" and add complexity as you go:
Before: "Create a CRM"
After: "Create a simple contact list with email and phone"
Missing Features
Don't worry! You can add anything with your second prompt:
First: "Build a contact form"
Second: "Add a file upload option"
Genesis = Adventure
Professional developers spend weeks planning.
You can start building in one sentence and improve as you go. Your first prompt doesn't need to be perfect. It just needs to be clear about one thing you need.
Imagine It. Build it. Iterate.
Good luck!
😊 Helpful Links
Quick Start Guide: Create Your First App
Browse Examples: Prompt Library
Watch Tutorials: youtube.com/taskade
Get Support: taskade.com/contact