A prompt can optionally contain a single system message, or multiple alternating user and assistant messages, but always ends with the last user message followed by the assistant header.
<|begin_of_text|>{{ user_message }}
Decomposing an example instruct prompt with a system message:
<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>
You are a helpful AI assistant for travel tips and recommendations<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>
What can you help me with?<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>
Example prompt with a single user message
<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>
What is France's capital?<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>
System prompt and multiple turn conversation between the user and assistant
<|begin_of_text|><|start_header_id|>system<|end_header_id|>
You are a helpful AI assistant for travel tips and recommendations<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>
What is France's capital?<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>
Bonjour! The capital of France is Paris!<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>
What can I do there?<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>
Paris, the City of Light, offers a romantic getaway with must-see attractions like the Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum, romantic experiences like river cruises and charming neighborhoods, and delicious food and drink options, with helpful tips for making the most of your trip.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>user<|end_header_id|>
Give me a detailed list of the attractions I should visit, and time it takes in each one, to plan my trip accordingly.<|eot_id|><|start_header_id|>assistant<|end_header_id|>