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Endpoints

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TL;DR. Network addresses, typically URLs, where a service can be accessed and communicated with.

Technical Definition

Network addresses, typically URLs, where a service can be accessed and communicated with.

How it works

In computing and networking, an endpoint is a point where data can enter or leave a system. In the context of AI services, endpoints are usually URLs that act as access points for clients to send requests to and receive responses from an AI model or service. They define the interface for interacting with the service.

Related Concepts

  • API — An application programming interface — the contract by which software components communicate.

Further Reading

  • Google ML Glossary