LiteLLM: Your Gateway to 100+ Language Models

Overview

LiteLLM is a powerful open-source AI tool designed to streamline access to over 100 language models (LLMs) using a unified interface. This versatile tool is perfect for developers and teams looking to integrate AI capabilities into their applications without the hassle of managing multiple APIs.

How to Use

You can utilize LiteLLM through two main methods:

• LiteLLM Proxy Server: This LLM gateway allows you to call multiple models, ensuring load balancing and cost tracking across projects. Ideal for Gen AI Enablement and ML Platform Teams.
• LiteLLM Python SDK: For developers who prefer coding, this SDK provides a seamless way to access various LLMs directly in your Python projects.

Basic Usage Example

pip install litellm
from litellm import completion
import os

# Set your API key
os.environ["OPENAI_API_KEY"] = "your-api-key"
response = completion(model="gpt-3.5-turbo", messages=[{"content": "Hello, how are you?", "role": "user"}])

Purposes

LiteLLM can be used for a wide range of applications including chatbots, content generation, and data analysis. Its ability to translate inputs to various provider endpoints enhances its versatility.

Benefits for Users

• Consistent Output: Always receive text responses in a standardized format.
• Cost Tracking: Monitor expenditures and set budgets per project.
• Customizable: Tailor logging, guardrails, and caching per project.

Alternatives

While LiteLLM is robust, alternatives like OpenAI's API, Hug