You can refer to the following indicators to ensure you’re optimizing your usage of the ChatGPT API:
1. Efficient Handling of `messages`: Each conversation with the API uses an array of message objects, alternating between `user` and `assistant`. You should manage and structure your conversation history effectively to get the desired output.
1. Control Tokens: Using system level instructions effectively can help guide the model’s behavior during the conversation.
1. Use of `temperature` and `max tokens`: Sensible setting of these parameters can help guide the output.
1. Effective Use of Pricing: Be aware of the cost per token to manage your usage effectively. Ensure you’re not sending unnecessary tokens.
1. Proper Error Handling: Make sure your application correctly handles error responses from the API.
1. Mitigate Latency: If you need to limit the response time, you can do this by setting a lower `max tokens` value, which will limit the length of the assistant’s reply.
For detailing guidance, visit OpenAI’s guide on “How to optimize your usage of the ChatGPT API”.
