You set the rules.
Constraints, refusal locks, fading support.
Constraints, refusal locks, scope discipline, and fading support.
1
Lock the session
Questions only; no answers or solutions. (K9)
2
Name constraints
State what AI may and may not do this session. (K13 · evidence speculative)
3
One question scope
Keep to one question or skill until exit criteria. (K15)
4
Hint budget
Cap hints; attempt between each. (A2)
Prompt · Refusal lock
For this entire session: you may not give me answers, explanations, or solutions. You may only ask me questions. If I ask you a direct question, respond with a question that helps me find it myself. If I get stuck for a long time, you may give me the smallest possible hint, but never the answer. Confirm you understand, then begin.