DMM-260 · Digital Marketing and AI · Week 2 · In-class practice

Prompt Lab: Rainline Coffee

Turn a weak prompt into a strong, on-brand prompt. Test it in two AI tools and compare.

robert bestwick
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Instructions

  • ✓ DOUse free ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini. Keep this page open in another tab.
  • ✓ DOUse only the facts in the brand brief below. Paste every AI answer exactly as you got it.
  • ✓ DOUse all 7 prompt elements. Aim for a Strong rating in Part 4.
  • ✕ DON'TInvent prices, offers or opening hours. If the AI invents them, that is a mistake to report.
  • ✕ DON'TAsk the AI to write your scores or your reflection. Those must be your own words.
  • ✓ DONE?Click Download PDF (it is named with your name), then upload the PDF to the LMS.
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Brand brief: Rainline Coffee FICTIONAL

Business
Independent café and small-batch coffee roaster on Commercial Drive, Vancouver. Open every day, 7 am – 10 pm. Free Wi-Fi, study tables and plugs.
Audience
College students and remote workers, 18–30. On a budget. They care about the planet.
Brand voice
Warm, local, a little playful.
Words we use
cozy, neighbour, rain or shine, fresh
Words we avoid
cheap, luxury, “best in town”, “best in the world”
Style rules
Canadian spelling (neighbour, flavour). Maximum 2 emojis. No ALL CAPS.
Campaign
Rainy Day Deal (October–November): when it rains, students get a free pastry with any latte. Show a valid student ID. One per visit.
Hero product
Rainy Day Latte: espresso, oat milk, maple and cinnamon. $5.25 (12 oz).
Other prices
Drip coffee $3.25. Pastries from $3.50 (baked by a local bakery).
Values
Compostable cups. Local partners. A place to stay, rain or shine.
Paste it into your prompt as context, or use the parts you need.
1

Student information

2

Choose your task

Pick one
3

Test the weak prompt

Copy this weak prompt into an AI tool exactly as it is. Paste the answer below.

Choose a task in Part 2 first.
4

Build your strong prompt

7 elements + optional example
Fill in the elements above to build your prompt.
0 words

Prompt strength Weak

    5

    Test in two AI tools and score

    1 = poor · 5 = excellent

    Paste your strong prompt into two different tools. Paste each answer and score it honestly.

    ToolBrand voiceFacts correctFormatTotal /15
    6

    One follow-up prompt

    7

    Reflection

    2–3 sentences each, your own words

    Your answers are saved in this browser while you work. In the print window, choose Save as PDF. Upload the PDF to the LMS. File name: DMM260_W2_FirstName_LastName

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