Real-Time Context vs Real-Time Inference: Two Essential Patterns for Modern GenAI (and How DeltaStream Powers Both)
Blog post from DeltaStream
GenAI systems have advanced from basic chatbots to agentic systems capable of real-time interactions and processing live information, with DeltaStream serving as a pivotal streaming-native engine that enables both real-time context and inference at scale. These systems utilize two primary patterns: Real-Time Context for Agents, which equips AI agents with up-to-date information for decision-making and narrative reasoning, and Real-Time Inference Pipelines, which automate event-driven processes such as scoring and classification without human intervention. While Real-Time Context is suited for scenarios requiring explainable and consolidated state for agents, Real-Time Inference is optimal for high-throughput, automated decision-making tasks. Both patterns can coexist, as seen in use cases like fraud detection and customer support, where real-time scoring aids in decision-making while agents provide further analysis or explanation. DeltaStream integrates streaming SQL, real-time materialized views, and LLM/ML inference, making it a versatile platform for developing sophisticated AI systems that require real-time data processing and inference capabilities.
| Trend | Post Mentions | Total Month Mentions | Posts | Companies | MoM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real-time | 48 | 5,379 | 1,225 | 279 | -24% |
| LLM | 12 | 5,048 | 855 | 225 | +5% |
| AI Coding Assistant | 8 | 1,030 | 241 | 100 | -2% |
| MCP | 2 | 5,085 | 420 | 153 | -2% |
| AI Agents | 1 | 4,711 | 786 | 221 | +28% |
| Vector Search | 1 | 1,541 | 318 | 153 | -17% |
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