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Open-source CLI tool tracks AI API spending by project and model

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from DEV Community ·

A developer built AICostTracker, a local-first CLI that logs API calls and breaks down costs by project and model. It supports OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and local models, storing data in a local JSON file. The tool aims to help developers understand which projects and models drive their AI spending.

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A niche but practical tool for developers juggling multiple AI APIs, though manual logging limits its utility for high-volume users.
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