dots-workstation-llm-cost-advisor

To find the most cost-effective LLM provider, this skill estimates costs per run across available providers and recommends the cheapest option based on your specific task type. It compares provider pricing structures to minimize expenses.

Yes, you can compare LLM provider costs for code review, planning, and sensitive codebase tasks. The skill classifies your task type and estimates the run costs across different providers to show the most affordable option.

Yes, the LLM cost advisor integrates with the dots-devcompanion llm-status tool to display available providers. This integration ensures recommendations only include providers that are currently active and accessible.

The best way to set budget limits for AI tasks is to use the budget gate reminder feature. It prompts you to establish spending boundaries before executing tasks, ensuring your LLM usage stays within expected financial constraints.

To get an LLM cost recommendation for a specific task type, run the command `dots-workstation-llm-cost-advisor --task-type=code-review`. This returns estimated costs and provider recommendations tailored to that task.