Why it matters

Cost optim shapes viability. Understanding shapes strategy.

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The architecture

Route to cheaper models when possible.

Prompt caching.

Response caching.

Batch offline.

Optimized inference engine.

LLM cost optim leversRoute smartsmall when possibleCacheprompt + response + semanticBatch + engine optimthroughput modeCost cuts 50-90% via combined techniques; measure per lever
LLM cost optim.
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How it works end to end

Route by task difficulty.

Prompt caching (Anthropic 90% off).

Batch API (50% off).

Self-hosted for volume.