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llm-cost-optimization
Reduce LLM API and infrastructure costs through model selection, prompt caching, batching, caching, quantization, and self-hosting strategies. Track spend by team and model, set budgets, and implement cost-aware routing.
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# LLM Cost Optimization
Cut LLM costs by 50–90% with the right combination of caching, model selection, prompt optimization, and self-hosting.
## When to Use This Skill
Use this skill when:
- LLM API spend is growing faster than revenue
- You need to attribute AI costs to teams, products, or customers
- Implementing caching to avoid redundant LLM calls
- Deciding when to switch from API providers to self-hosted models
- Optimizing prompt length without sacrificing quality
## Cost Levers by Impact