What is Tokenization in Transformers and How Are They Made? Byte Pair Encoding Explained Simply.

AemonAlgiz · Beginner ·🧠 Large Language Models ·3y ago

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Today we explore the fascinating world of natural language processing and large language models. This comprehensive yet easy-to-digest series is designed to provide you with a solid understanding of Large Language Models without overwhelming you with excessive technical jargon. In Part 1, we delve into the three different types of tokenization—character, word-wise, and subword—along with their various representations and applications in training AI models. We also take a closer look at the popular subword tokenization variant, byte pair encoding, and break down its step-by-step process. Stay tuned for future episodes that cover other crucial aspects of NLP, and don't miss our upcoming video on the role of AI in medicine. Subscribe to our channel and join our journey as we unlock the secrets of natural language processing together!

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Today we explore the fascinating world of natural language processing and large language models. This comprehensive yet easy-to-digest series is designed to provide you with a solid understanding of Large Language Models without overwhelming you with excessive technical jargon. In Part 1, we delve into the three different types of tokenization—character, word-wise, and subword—along with their various representations and applications in training AI models. We also take a closer look at the popular subword tokenization variant, byte pair encoding, and break down its step-by-step process. Stay tuned for future episodes that cover other crucial aspects of NLP, and don't miss our upcoming video on the role of AI in medicine. Subscribe to our channel and join our journey as we unlock the secrets of natural language processing together!

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