Ray3 API Tracker & Integration Plan

TL;DR

Ray3 API access is still pending, but you can ship now with a neutral render service contract. Define submit, status, asset retrieval, and capability endpoints, log Parameter Cards for every job, and keep feature flags flexible so Ray3 slots in the moment it opens without a risky refactor.

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Why Prepare Before Release

• A model-agnostic abstraction keeps your product live even if Ray3 access slips or quotas change unexpectedly.
• Centralized capability flags (keyframes, HDR, looping, seed retention) let you downgrade gracefully when features are unavailable or beta-only.
• Customers trust a consistent interface; you can market “Ray3-ready” today while fulfilling orders with alternate providers.
• Early instrumentation (prompt_copy, tool_open_shotlist, hdr_checklist_open, param_card_save) proves demand and usage for partner conversations.
• Investors and stakeholders see you as prepared when you can show a working integration ready for activation.

Implement the Contract

1. submit_job: POST prompt, duration, camera, quality tier, HDR flag, seed, webhook URL, and client metadata; respond with job_id and initial ETA.
2. get_job: poll or receive webhook updates for status (queued|running|retrying|succeeded|failed) along with ETA, progress percentage, and failure codes.
3. get_asset: fetch final video, EXR frames, thumbnails, and metadata (resolution, fps, bit depth, lighting intent, parameter_card_id); support signed URLs.
4. capabilities endpoint: expose current feature toggles (draft_mode, hdr, exr, keyframes, loops) plus pricing hints so the UI adjusts automatically.
5. audit logs: persist payloads, retries, user IDs, and analytics events for compliance and debugging.

{
  "model": "ray3",
  "prompt": "low-angle orbit of a product, volumetric rim light, slow tempo",
  "duration_seconds": 6,
  "camera": {"movement": "orbit", "speed": "slow", "shot_size": "MS"},
  "quality": "draft|hifi",
  "hdr": true,
  "seed": 14352,
  "webhook_url": "https://your.app/callback",
  "metadata": {"campaign": "launch_q4", "owner": "studio"}
}

Tips for a Smooth Swap

• Version your payloads so Ray3-specific fields can be toggled without breaking older clients or fallback providers.
• Store seeds, Parameter Card IDs, analytics events, and request/response logs per job for observability and reproducibility.
• Run canary tests nightly against whichever provider you plan to replace; keep a baseline so Ray3 performance is easy to validate.
• Document fallbacks for each capability (e.g., “HDR unavailable → deliver 10-bit SDR + flag in UI,” “keyframes disabled → hide option”).
• Mirror authentication (OAuth, API keys, signed URLs) between providers so switching is mostly a config change.

Pitfalls to Avoid

• Hard-coding model names or feature flags in client apps; use configuration services or remote settings instead.
• Ignoring rate limiting and backoff; plan exponential retry logic, DLQs, and alerting before traffic spikes.
• Shipping without audit logs or Parameter Card references; you need traceability when outputs misbehave or clients file tickets.
• Forgetting governance—review terms, IP clauses, and retention policies for each provider before storing user assets.
• Neglecting analytics; without metrics you cannot prove adoption when Ray3 opens.

Checklist

• Contract defined: submit_job, get_job, get_asset, capabilities, audit logs.
• Capability flags stored in config service with default fallbacks.
• Parameter Card schema synced with analytics events and storage layer.
• Webhook retries, rate limits, and DLQ tested end-to-end.
• Observability dashboards (latency, failure rate, conversion) live.
• Cross-links set: Tutorials, News timeline for rollout updates, Alternatives for fallback planning.

FAQ

When will the Ray3 API open?
No public date yet; watch this page for official status, SDK updates, and schema diffs once pilots start.

Can I charge users before access?
Yes. Offer Draft Mode tooling, prompt libraries, shot planning, or third-party integrations now and switch the backend when Ray3 unlocks.

How do I migrate existing users?
Use feature flags and staged rollouts; migrate a test cohort, monitor job success, then scale coverage once metrics stabilize.

What if Ray3 pricing is higher than my current provider?
Model your margin now, set up per-feature surcharges or tiered plans, and track cost per render to adjust quickly.

How do I stay compliant with user content?
Enforce retention limits, encrypt stored assets, and audit who downloaded what; Ray3 compliance will expect these controls before partnership.