Coding prompts for debug, review, and explain
Gemini-friendly coding prompts for debugging React, explaining snippets, and comparing implementation options.
Good coding prompts include language, framework, error message, and what you already tried. These templates standardize that so models stop guessing.
Coding workflow on LMpad
Debug, review, and document with prompts that include your stack context.
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Save stack-specific prompts
Duplicate the React debugger or code review template and add your framework to the body.
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Paste minimal repros
Put errors and snippets in variables — not the entire repo — for sharper answers.
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Run & compare models
Try a fast free model for first pass; escalate to a reasoning model for subtle bugs.
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Log outputs on the pad
Save postmortem and review outputs under the note for team handoff.
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Remix for PR types
One prompt for security review, another for style — don't merge unrelated goals.
Use cases
Solo devs
Pin debugger + explain-code prompts for daily use.
Tech leads
Standardize review prompts the whole team saves to their pads.
Bootcamp grads
Learn patterns from explain-like-junior outputs saved over time.
Open-source maintainers
Publish generic review templates on your author page.
Pro tips
- →Ask for tradeoffs and risks, not just the first fix.
- →Include 'what you already tried' in a variable every time.
- →Never paste secrets or production credentials into prompts.
LMpad tutorials
Step-by-step guides for using the site — pad, models, publishing, and more.
Why use LMpad for this
- Paste stack traces and code in labeled sections
- Ask for tradeoffs, not just the first fix
- Run on Gemini, Claude, or GPT from one pad
Ready-to-run prompts
Copy, fill in {{variables}}, and run with your preferred model. How to run prompts →
React Component Debugger
Diagnose React bugs with likely causes, fixes, and a minimal reproduction plan.
Explain This Code Like I'm Junior
Break down complex code into plain English with analogies and a learning path.
App Feature Spec Writer
Turn a feature idea into a dev-ready spec with acceptance criteria.
Frequently asked questions
Should I paste my whole repo?+
No—include the failing file, relevant types, and the smallest reproducible snippet.
Does Gemini need a different prompt format?+
Structure helps every model; LMpad lets you switch models without rewriting.
Can I save debugging sessions?+
Save outputs under your pad notes and link them to the prompt you used.
Save prompts to your pad
LMpad is an AI prompt workspace synced to your account. Browse community templates, remix them on your pad, and run with OpenRouter.