Iterative context scaffolding

A prompting framework that builds complex LLM reasoning through layered, incremental information delivery.

Iterative context scaffolding replaces massive, single-shot prompts with a structured sequence of logical steps. By feeding the model specific constraints and domain data in stages (often 3 to 5 distinct phases), operators reduce hallucination rates and improve output accuracy for technical tasks. This method mirrors human pedagogical scaffolding: start with core definitions, layer in edge cases, and finalize with execution parameters. It is particularly effective for large-scale code refactoring and complex legal analysis where context windows often become saturated by irrelevant noise.

https://arxiv.org/abs/2303.17580