Operations

API rate limit

API rate limit caps how many requests you can send in a time window.

Quick definition

API rate limit caps how many requests you can send in a time window.

  • Category: Operations
  • Focus: performance and reliability
  • Used in: Reducing time-to-first-token with streaming.

What it means

It prevents overload and encourages fair use. In operations workflows, api rate limit often shapes performance and reliability.

How it works

Operations covers latency, throughput, and cost. Systems often use caching, batching, and monitoring to scale reliably.

Why it matters

Operational choices impact cost, latency, and reliability.

Common use cases

  • Reducing time-to-first-token with streaming.
  • Managing costs with token budgets and caching.
  • Tracking usage and errors with logs and metrics.

Example

60 requests per minute.

Pitfalls and tips

Ignoring limits can cause timeouts or rate limiting. Set budgets and monitor usage to avoid surprises.

In BoltAI

In BoltAI, this shows up in performance, logging, or usage views.