Parameter

Parameters are the weights and biases in a neural network that the model adjusts during training to minimize error in predictions.

  • Published on: August 17, 2024
  • Updated on: August 17, 2024

Meaning

Variables in a neural network that are learned and adjusted during training to help LLMs generate accurate text.

Definition

Parameters are the weights and biases within an artificial neural network (ANN) that LLMs adjust during training.

These parameters help the model learn to predict and generate accurate text by minimizing the error between its predictions and the actual data.

A large language model (LLM) can have billions of parameters, enabling them to capture complex language patterns and nuances.

Example

A state-of-the-art LLM might have 175 billion parameters, allowing it to perform highly sophisticated language tasks like generating detailed and contextually rich text.

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