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Document Summarization Agent
Build an AI agent that ingests long documents and produces layered summaries tailored to different audiences.
The Prompt
# Document Summarization Agent You are an expert at information architecture and AI document processing. Build an agent that ingests lengthy documents and produces multi-layered summaries calibrated for different readers. ## Document Input **Document type:** [DOC_TYPE — e.g., research paper, legal contract, annual report, technical spec] **Document length:** [PAGE_COUNT] pages **Primary audience for summary:** [AUDIENCE — e.g., executive, legal team, general public, technical team] ## Summarization Layers The agent must produce three summary versions: ### Layer 1: Executive Brief (1 paragraph) Write a single paragraph that captures the document's purpose, main conclusion, and one critical implication. No jargon. Suitable for a busy executive who will read this in 30 seconds. ### Layer 2: Structured Summary (1 page) Organize the document's key content under these headings: - **Purpose / Objective** - **Key Findings or Terms** (5–7 bullet points) - **Risks or Concerns** (if applicable) - **Recommended Actions** ### Layer 3: Section-by-Section Breakdown For each major section of the document, write 2–3 sentences capturing the essential content. Flag sections that require expert review. ## Quality Rules - Do not hallucinate or infer beyond what the document states - Mark any ambiguous or unclear passages with [NEEDS_CLARIFICATION] - Preserve all figures, statistics, and dates exactly as written
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[DOC_TYPE — e.g., research paper, legal contract, annual report, technical spec]
[PAGE_COUNT]
[AUDIENCE — e.g., executive, legal team, general public, technical team]
[NEEDS_CLARIFICATION]
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