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TTFT

Also known as: Time To First Token

An industry-standard acronym standing for Time To First Token within inference & serving.

What TTFT is

TTFT (Time To First Token) is a fundamental terminology concept used throughout inference & serving.

How it works

Serves as shorthand in technical documentation, research papers, and engineering discussions.

Why it matters

Mastering TTFT helps developers and researchers communicate effectively across the AI ecosystem.

Common uses