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Two YC startups launch platforms for LLM app development

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Two new platforms, Baseplate and Vellum, have launched to support the development of applications powered by large language models. Baseplate offers a backend-as-a-service specifically designed for LLM applications, while Vellum provides a comprehensive development platform for LLM apps. Both companies are part of the Y Combinator W23 batch, indicating a trend towards specialized infrastructure for the rapidly growing LLM ecosystem. AI

IMPACT These platforms aim to streamline LLM application development, potentially accelerating adoption and innovation in the field.

RANK_REASON Two new products launched to aid LLM app development.

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Two YC startups launch platforms for LLM app development

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COVERAGE [2]

  1. HN — AI infrastructure stories TIER_1 English(EN) · andrewlu0 ·

    Launch HN: Baseplate (YC W23) – Back end-as-a-service for LLM apps

  2. HN — AI infrastructure stories TIER_1 English(EN) · noaflaherty ·

    Launch HN: Vellum (YC W23) – Dev Platform for LLM Apps

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