Agent Framework Usage Tracking Integration Guide: Token Counting, Metrics, And Optimization

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Hey guys! Let's dive into the nitty-gritty of integrating agent framework usage tracking. This is super important for keeping tabs on token consumption, making sure our performance metrics are on point, and optimizing those billing costs. Trust me, getting this right will save us headaches down the road!

Problem Statement: Why Track Agent Usage?

The DeepAgent system really needs a way to monitor how much our agents are being used. We're talking about keeping an eye on token consumption, figuring out performance metrics, and generally making sure we're not throwing money out the window. Without proper tracking, it's like driving a car without a fuel gauge – you're gonna run out of gas eventually!

Think about it:

  • We need to know how many tokens our agents are burning through.
  • We've got to track how well our agents are performing.
  • And most importantly, we need to optimize costs across all those agent interactions.

Proposed Solution: A Comprehensive Tracking System

So, how do we tackle this? Well, I've got a plan, and it revolves around a few key areas. We're going to integrate UsageDetails, build a robust tracking pipeline, and handle provider-specific integrations like pros.

1. UsageDetails Integration: The Core of Our Tracking

First up, we're bringing in the UsageDetails class from agent_framework_usage.py. This class is the heart of our tracking system. It's going to help us capture all the crucial data about agent usage.

Let's break down the core tracking fields:

  • input_token_count: This is the number of tokens in the input prompt – basically, how much we're feeding the agent.
  • output_token_count: This is the number of tokens in the response – how much the agent is spitting back out.
  • total_token_count: The sum of the input and output tokens. Simple math, but super important.
  • additional_counts: These are provider-specific usage metrics. Think of them as the bonus stats that give us extra insight.

But wait, there's more! We've also got some advanced features baked in:

  • Aggregation Support: This lets us combine usage from multiple requests. Think of it as adding up all the scores from different rounds of a game.
  • In-place Addition: Efficiently accumulate usage data. No need to create new objects every time – we can just add to the existing one.
  • Equality Comparison: This helps us compare usage patterns across requests. Are some requests more token-hungry than others?
  • Dynamic Field Handling: We can support custom usage metrics. This is crucial for when providers throw us curveballs with new data.

2. Usage Tracking Pipeline: From Request to Insight

Next, we're building a comprehensive usage monitoring pipeline. This is where the magic happens, guys. We're tracking usage at every stage, from the initial request to the final analysis.

Request-Level Tracking

  • Pre-execution Counting: We're counting tokens before we even send the request to the provider. This gives us a baseline.
  • Response Parsing: We're extracting usage data from the provider responses. This is where we see how much we actually used.
  • Error Handling: We're tracking usage even for failed requests. Hey, even mistakes cost tokens, right?
  • Caching Optimization: We're accounting for cached response usage. If we're pulling from the cache, we're not burning tokens.

Session-Level Aggregation

  • Session Accumulation: We're tracking total usage across a conversation. This gives us the big picture.
  • Performance Correlation: We're linking usage to response quality metrics. Are we getting good results for our token spend?
  • Cost Calculation: We're converting token counts to cost estimates. Show me the money!
  • Budget Monitoring: We're setting alerts when we're approaching usage limits. This is like a financial safety net.

Analytics Integration

  • Historical Analysis: We're tracking usage patterns over time. Are we trending up or down?
  • Performance Insights: We're correlating usage with response quality. What's working, and what's not?
  • Optimization Recommendations: We're suggesting configuration changes based on the data. Let's get efficient!
  • Reporting Dashboard: We're visualizing usage trends and costs. Data visualization for the win!

3. Provider-Specific Integration: Taming the Wild West of APIs

Now, let's talk about providers. Each one is a little different, so we need to handle their quirks. We're going to standardize token counting and cost calculation across the board.

Token Counting Standardization

  • Input Tokenization: We need consistent token counting across providers. No one likes comparing apples and oranges.
  • Output Tokenization: We need to handle different response formats. Providers love to be unique, don't they?
  • Metadata Inclusion: We're accounting for system messages and instructions. These tokens count too!
  • Tool Call Tracking: We're including function call token usage. Don't forget about those extra features!

Cost Calculation

  • Provider Rate Cards: Different models have different pricing. We need to keep track of that.
  • Usage Tier Handling: Volume discounts and pricing tiers? Yes, please!
  • Currency Conversion: Multi-currency cost tracking. We're going global, baby!
  • Billing Period Aggregation: Monthly/quarterly cost summaries. Let's see where the money went.

Implementation Details: Getting Our Hands Dirty

Okay, enough talk. Let's see some code! Here are some examples of how we'll be using UsageDetails and implementing our tracking system.

UsageDetails Usage: The Basics

from DeepResearch.src.datatypes.agent_framework_usage import UsageDetails

# Basic usage tracking
usage = UsageDetails(
 input_token_count=150,
 output_token_count=200,
 total_token_count=350
)

# Custom provider metrics
provider_usage = UsageDetails(
 input_token_count=150,
 output_token_count=200,
 total_token_count=350,
 anthropic_cache_read_tokens=50,
 anthropic_cache_write_tokens=25
)

This shows how we can track basic token counts and even add custom metrics for specific providers. Cool, right?

Usage Aggregation: Adding It All Up

class UsageTracker:
 def __init__(self):
 self.total_usage = UsageDetails()

 def add_request_usage(self, usage: UsageDetails):
 # Accumulate usage from individual requests
 self.total_usage += usage

 def get_cost_estimate(self, provider: str) -> float:
 # Calculate estimated cost based on usage
 if provider == "anthropic":
 return (self.total_usage.input_token_count * 0.015 +
 self.total_usage.output_token_count * 0.075) / 1000
 # Add other provider calculations

Here's a simple UsageTracker class that accumulates usage from individual requests and calculates cost estimates. This is how we'll keep track of the big picture.

Integration with Agent Responses: Efficiency is Key

from DeepResearch.src.datatypes.agent_framework_usage import UsageDetails

class AgentResponse:
 def __init__(self, content: str, usage_details: UsageDetails):
 self.content = content
 self.usage = usage_details

 def get_efficiency_score(self) -> float:
 # Calculate tokens per character for efficiency
 if not self.content:
 return 0.0
 return len(self.content) / self.usage.total_token_count

This shows how we can integrate usage details into agent responses and calculate an efficiency score. Are we getting the most bang for our token buck?

Integration Points: Where the Magic Connects

So, where are we plugging this tracking system in? Everywhere, basically:

  • Agent Execution: All agent requests track usage automatically.
  • Response Processing: Usage data is extracted from all responses.
  • Cost Management: We get real-time cost tracking and budget monitoring.
  • Performance Analysis: Usage is correlated with response quality metrics.
  • Billing Integration: Usage data is fed into billing and cost systems.

Testing Requirements: Making Sure It Works

We need to make sure this thing is rock solid. Here's what we're testing:

  • Unit tests for UsageDetails arithmetic operations.
  • Integration tests for usage tracking across agent workflows.
  • Provider-specific usage calculation tests.
  • Performance tests for large-scale usage aggregation.
  • Cost calculation accuracy tests.

Priority: Why This Matters Now

This is a Medium priority item. It's super important for cost management and performance optimization. We need to get this done, guys!

Parent Issue: The Bigger Picture

This is part of a larger effort to integrate agent framework types into the DeepAgent system. It's all connected!

Conclusion: Let's Track Those Tokens!

So there you have it! A comprehensive plan for integrating agent framework usage tracking. This is going to give us the insights we need to optimize our agents, control costs, and generally be smarter about how we use our resources. Let's get to it!