examples

Example Patterns

This directory contains example patterns to demonstrate the capabilities of the Pattern MCP Server.

Available Examples

Blog Analysis (blog_analysis.md)

Analyzes blog posts for content quality, structure, engagement, and SEO optimization. Perfect for content creators who want to improve their writing and reach.

Use cases:

• Review draft posts before publishing
• Audit existing content for improvements
• Analyze competitor content
• Get feedback on messaging and structure

Code Security Review (code_security_review.md)

Comprehensive security review focusing on OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities and secure coding practices. Essential for defensive security reviews.

Use cases:

• Pre-deployment security checks
• Educational security analysis
• Vulnerability assessment
• Code audit for security compliance

Zettelkasten Note Analyzer (zettelkasten_analyzer.md)

Analyzes notes for Zettelkasten best practices including atomicity, connectivity, and metadata organization. Perfect for knowledge workers building personal knowledge management systems.

Use cases:

• Improve note-taking for research and learning
• Build better connected knowledge graphs
• Optimize notes for long-term knowledge retention
• Develop atomic thinking and writing practices

How to Use These Examples

1. Copy to your custom patterns directory:

   cp examples/*.md ~/.config/custom_patterns/
   cp examples/*.json ~/.config/custom_patterns/

2. Test with the MCP server:

   • Start the pattern server
   • Use "List all available patterns" to see them
   • Use "Get the content of the 'blog_analysis' pattern" to retrieve

3. Customize for your needs:

   • Modify the prompts to match your specific requirements
   • Add your own metadata and tags
   • Create variations for different use cases

Creating Your Own Patterns

Each pattern consists of:

• .md file: The actual prompt content
• .json file: Metadata with description, tags, use cases

Pattern Best Practices

1. Be Specific: Clear, detailed instructions work better than vague requests
2. Structure Output: Use headers and bullet points for organized responses
3. Include Context: Explain the role/expertise level expected
4. Add Examples: Show what good output looks like
5. Version Control: Track changes and improvements over time

Blog Post Ideas

These examples demonstrate:

• Personal Knowledge Management: Building your own prompt library
• Quality Control: Standardizing analysis and review processes
• Workflow Integration: Seamless integration with your development tools
• Knowledge Sharing: Team patterns and organizational prompts