Guidance
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At a glance
Python library that interleaves generation and control flow while constraining language-model output.
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- Open (open weights/source)
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Overview
Typical uses include Schema-constrained data extraction; Validation of generated application data. Documented capabilities: Constrain generation with regex and context-free grammars; Mix loops, conditionals and model generation; Backends including Transformers, llama.cpp and OpenAI.
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Key features
- Constrain generation with regex and context-free grammars
- Mix loops, conditionals and model generation
- Backends including Transformers, llama.cpp and OpenAI
Use cases
- Schema-constrained data extraction
- Validation of generated application data
Pricing
The open-source software can be run on your own infrastructure. Compute, storage and any external model API usage are separate costs; a managed service is not included.
Record details
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Links, dates and provenance
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- 2026-11-03
- Documentation
- github.com ↗
- Canonical URL
- https://globalaiproductindex.com/products/guidance/
Selection profile
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- Data analysis
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- Open source Free allowance: Yes Subscription required: No
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Key facts and their evidence
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Capability: Constrain generation with regex and context-free grammars Verified 2026-11-03 github.com ↗
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Guidance fit in a workflow?
Python library that interleaves generation and control flow while constraining language-model output. Constrain generation with regex and context-free grammars.
What costs and limits should I compare before choosing Guidance?
The open-source software can be run on your own infrastructure. Compute, storage and any external model API usage are separate costs; a managed service is not included.
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This record was last reviewed on 2026-11-03.
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