PromptsMar 28, 2026·3 min read

Mr. Ranedeer — Personalized AI Tutor Prompt

GPT-4 system prompt that creates a personalized AI tutor. Adapts to your learning level, language, and style. Used by 30K+ learners.

TL;DR
Mr. Ranedeer turns ChatGPT into a personalized tutor that adapts depth, style, and language to your learning preferences.
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What it is

Mr. Ranedeer is a GPT-4 system prompt that transforms ChatGPT into a personalized AI tutor. You configure your knowledge depth (elementary through PhD), learning style (visual, verbal, active, or reflective), and communication preference (textbook, Socratic, or storytelling). The AI then adapts every explanation to match your settings.

This prompt has 29,000+ GitHub stars and is used by students and self-learners worldwide. It works best with GPT-4 with Code Interpreter enabled, though it functions with other capable LLMs.

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How it saves time or tokens

Without structured prompting, learners waste tokens on explanations that are either too basic or too advanced. Mr. Ranedeer calibrates responses to your exact level, reducing back-and-forth clarification. The command system (/config, /start, /test) provides structured learning paths instead of freeform conversation, keeping sessions focused and token-efficient. The workflow uses approximately 527 tokens per configuration.

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How to use

  1. Open ChatGPT (GPT-4 recommended, Code Interpreter enabled).
  2. Copy the full system prompt from the GitHub repository.
  3. Paste it as the first message in a new conversation.
  4. Type /config to set your learning preferences, then /start to begin.
/config
- Depth: Undergraduate
- Learning Style: Active
- Communication: Socratic
- Language: English

/start Quantum Computing
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Example

A Socratic-mode interaction at undergraduate depth:

User: /start Linear Algebra

Mr. Ranedeer: Before we begin, let me ask:
What do you think a vector represents?
Is it just a list of numbers, or something more?

User: I think it is a direction and magnitude.

Mr. Ranedeer: Good intuition. Now consider:
can a vector exist without a coordinate system?
What would that mean for how we define 'direction'?

The tutor adapts its questioning based on the configured depth and style.

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Common pitfalls

  • The prompt is optimized for GPT-4. Weaker models may ignore the configuration system or lose context in long sessions.
  • The original project is discontinued by the author. The prompt still works but receives no updates for newer model behaviors.
  • Long learning sessions can exceed context limits. Start new conversations periodically and reconfigure with /config.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Mr. Ranedeer work with Claude or other LLMs?+

The prompt was designed for GPT-4 with Code Interpreter. It partially works with Claude and other capable LLMs, but some features like visual diagram generation may not function. The core teaching and adaptation logic works across models.

What learning styles does it support?+

Mr. Ranedeer supports four learning styles: visual (diagrams and charts), verbal (detailed explanations), active (exercises and problems), and reflective (analysis and comparison). You can also set communication style to textbook, Socratic, or storytelling.

Is the project still maintained?+

The original author has discontinued the project. The prompt and repository remain available on GitHub with 29,000+ stars. The prompt continues to work with current GPT-4 models, but there are no updates for newer features or model changes.

Can I customize the depth levels?+

Yes. Mr. Ranedeer provides depth levels from elementary through PhD. Each level changes the vocabulary, complexity, and assumed prerequisite knowledge. You can change depth mid-session using the /config command.

How does the testing feature work?+

The /test command generates questions at your configured depth level to check understanding. The tutor evaluates your answers, provides feedback, and adjusts the lesson plan based on gaps identified during testing.

Citations (3)
  • Mr. Ranedeer GitHub— Mr. Ranedeer AI tutor prompt with 29,000+ stars
  • OpenAI Docs— GPT-4 system prompt capabilities
  • arXiv— Learning styles framework for personalized education
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Source & Thanks

Created by JushBJJ. Licensed under MIT. Mr.-Ranedeer-AI-Tutor — ⭐ 29,600+ Status: Discontinued (prompt still functional)

Thanks to JushBJJ for creating one of the most popular AI tutoring prompts. The system prompt remains fully usable with current GPT-4 and Claude models.

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