Base Large Language Model (Base LLM)

A Base Large Language Model (Base LLM) is a large pre-trained language model that is a base LM.

• Context:
  • It can (typically) predict the next word in a given context.
  • It can (often) generate contextually relevant text but may not follow specific instructions accurately.
  • It can (typically) serve as a foundation for further fine-tuning in other models like Instruction Tuned LLM.
  • It can be compared to a recent college graduate who has read extensively and accumulated a wealth of knowledge and insights on various topics.
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• Example(s):
  • GPT-3, a large language model that can generate relevant responses based on the context it is given.
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• Counter-Example(s):
  • Instruction Tuned LLM, a type of LLM fine-tuned for better instruction following.
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• See: Language Model, Reinforcement Learning, Natural Language Processing.

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