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Tok - Token Estimator

Sub-microsecond token estimation tool supporting 100+ AI models. Handles MB-scale prompts with minimal dependencies and averaging formula for cross-model compatibility.

Impact

Sub-microsecond performance for instant token estimation
100+ model support through averaging formula approach
MB-scale prompt handling with minimal dependencies
20MB size reduction by removing TIC token dependency
Developer Efficiency: Instant cost visibility prevents budget overruns
Enterprise Ready: Supports programmatic budget management
Global Adoption: Used worldwide via npm registry
Performance Optimization: Trade-off of precision for significant performance gains

Key Features

Multi-provider support: 'OpenAI, Anthropic, OpenRouter, Llama models'
Enterprise features: Per-million token pricing with separate prompt/completion rates
Lightweight design: Minimal dependencies for maximum performance

Project Information

Category: AI Innovation
Year: 2026
Status: Published

Technology

TypeScript/JavaScript
Node.js 18.0.0+
Plugin-based provider system
Averaging formula for token estimation

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