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Overview

The Julep’s Open Responses API is under active development. This page provides a comprehensive overview of implemented features, in-progress development, and planned enhancements.

  • The Open Responses API requires self-hosting. See the installation guide below.
  • Being in Alpha, the API is subject to change. Check back frequently for updates.
  • For more context, see the OpenAI Responses API documentation.

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Current Implementation Status

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1. Implemented Features ✅

This section lists the core functionalities that have been implemented.

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1.1. Core Functionality

  • Basic Response Creation and Retrieval
  • Text and Image Input Support
  • Multiple Input and Output Formats
  • Response Metadata
  • Reasoning Support
  • Tool Choice Configuration

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1.2. Advanced Features

  • Function Calling
    • Dynamic function execution
    • Parameter validation
    • Error handling
    • Function chaining support
  • Web Search Tool Support
    • Real-time web queries
    • Result filtering and ranking
    • Source verification
    • Search result caching
  • Response Metadata
    • Creation timestamps
    • Processing duration
    • Resource usage metrics
    • Performance analytics
  • Reasoning Support
    • Step-by-step reasoning
    • Logical deduction
    • Context awareness
    • Decision tracking
  • Tool Choice Configuration
    • Tool selection criteria
    • Priority-based routing
    • Fallback mechanisms
    • Tool-specific parameters

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2. Partially Implemented Features 🔄

This section lists the features that are partially implemented.

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2.1. File Search Tool

  • Basic file indexing
  • Full text search across indexed files
  • Support for multiple file formats, including PDFs and office documents
  • Relevance-based ranking of search results
  • Filters by file type, date, and metadata
  • Indexing improvements for faster queries

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2.2. Reasoning Effort

  • Baseline reasoning budget allocation
  • Dynamic budget adjustment based on request complexity
  • Optimized compute usage for long running tasks
  • Performance monitoring

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2.3. Annotations for Citations

  • Basic citation format
  • Automatic source verification
  • Customizable citation styles
  • Auto-generation of citations from references

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3. Planned Features 🔜

This section lists the features that are planned to be implemented in the future.

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3.1. Streaming Support

  • Real-time response streaming
  • Progress indicators
  • Partial response handling
  • Connection management

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3.2. Response Deletion Endpoint

  • Secure deletion
  • Cascade deletion options
  • Deletion confirmation
  • Audit logging

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3.3. Integration Features

  • Computer Tool Call Support
    • OpenAI compatibility layer
    • Tool translation service
    • Error handling
    • Response mapping

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3.4. Performance Optimizations

  • Truncation Auto Support
    • Smart content truncation
    • Context preservation
    • Length optimization
    • Quality maintenance

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3.5. API Enhancements

  • GET /responses//input_items
    • Input item retrieval
    • Item metadata
    • Version history
    • Relationship mapping
  • Pagination for Input Items
    • Page size configuration
    • Cursor-based navigation
    • Total count information
    • Filtering options

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4. Future Considerations

This section lists the features that are planned to be implemented in the future.

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4.1. System Enhancements

  • Enhanced security features
  • Advanced analytics dashboard
  • Custom plugin system
  • Multi-language support

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4.2. Performance & Scaling

  • Rate limiting and quotas
  • Advanced caching mechanisms
  • Load balancing improvements
  • Distributed processing support

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Next Steps