Tag: Time to First Token

LLM Latency Explained: TTFT, ITL, and How to Speed Up Inference

Explore the mechanics behind LLM latency. Learn how TTFT and ITL work, why sequential generation slows things down, and practical tips to optimize inference speed.

How to Set Latency Budgets for Interactive LLM Apps: A Practical Guide

Learn how to set effective latency budgets for interactive LLM apps. We cover TTFT targets, batching trade-offs, speculative decoding, and model selection strategies to ensure responsive user experiences.