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# Common Mistakes and How to Fix Them

| **Mistake**                    | **Why it fails**                    | **Fix**                                         |
| ------------------------------ | ----------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------- |
| "Build something like Uniswap" | Too broad, no specific requirements | List the exact features you need                |
| "Make it look good"            | No visual direction                 | Describe layout, colours, and style             |
| "Add blockchain"               | No specifics                        | State the chain, wallet, and interaction type   |
| "Make it fast"                 | No technical direction              | Specify caching, real-time, or API requirements |
| One long prompt for everything | Overwhelms the system               | Break into stages, build, then iterate          |