Introduction to LLM

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2.1 What Is a Large Language Model?

A clear and in-depth explanation of what Large Language Models (LLMs) are. Learn how LLMs map token sequences to probability distributions, why next-token prediction unlocks general intelligence, and what makes a model “large.” This section builds the foundation for understanding pretraining, parameters, and scaling laws.
2025-09-08

1.3 Entropy and Information: Quantifying Uncertainty

A clear, intuitive exploration of entropy, information, and uncertainty in Large Language Models. Learn how information theory shapes next-token prediction, why entropy matters for creativity and coherence, and how cross-entropy connects probability to learning. This section concludes Chapter 1 and prepares readers for the conceptual foundations in Chapter 2.
2025-09-06

Chapter 1 — Mathematical Intuition for Language Models

An accessible introduction to Chapter 1 of Understanding LLMs Through Math. Learn how mathematical notation, probability, entropy, and information theory form the core intuition behind modern Large Language Models. This chapter builds the foundation for understanding how LLMs generate text and quantify uncertainty.
2025-09-03

Part I — Mathematical Foundations for Understanding LLMs

A clear and intuitive introduction to the mathematical foundations behind Large Language Models (LLMs). This section explains probability, entropy, embeddings, and the essential concepts that allow modern AI systems to think, reason, and generate language. Learn why mathematics is the timeless core of all LLMs and prepare for Chapter 1: Mathematical Intuition for Language Models.
2025-09-02

Understanding LLMs – A Mathematical Approach to the Engine Behind AI

A preview from Chapter 7.4: Discover why large language models inherit bias, the real-world risks, strategies for mitigation, and the growing role of AI governance.
2025-09-01

7.2 Resource-Efficient Training

A preview from Chapter 7.2: Learn how techniques like distillation, quantization, distributed training, and data efficiency make LLMs faster, cheaper, and greener.
2024-10-08

6.2 Simple Python Experiments with LLMs

A preview from Chapter 6.2: Learn how to run large language models with Hugging Face, OpenAI, Google Cloud, and Azure using just Python and a few lines of code.
2024-10-05

4.0 Applications of LLMs: Text Generation, Question Answering, Translation, and Code Generation

Discover how Large Language Models (LLMs) are used across various NLP tasks, including text generation, question answering, translation, and code generation. Learn about their practical applications and benefits.
2024-09-15

3.3 Fine-Tuning and Transfer Learning for LLMs: Efficient Techniques Explained

Learn how fine-tuning and transfer learning techniques can adapt pre-trained Large Language Models (LLMs) to specific tasks efficiently, saving time and resources while improving accuracy.
2024-09-14

3.2 LLM Training Steps: Forward Propagation, Backward Propagation, and Optimization

Explore the key steps in training Large Language Models (LLMs), including initialization, forward propagation, loss calculation, backward propagation, and hyperparameter tuning. Learn how these processes help optimize model performance.
2024-09-13

3.1 LLM Training: Dataset Selection and Preprocessing Techniques

Learn about dataset selection and preprocessing techniques for training Large Language Models (LLMs). Explore steps like noise removal, tokenization, normalization, and data balancing for optimized model performance.
2024-09-12

3.0 How to Train Large Language Models (LLMs): Data Preparation, Steps, and Fine-Tuning

Learn the key techniques for training Large Language Models (LLMs), including data preprocessing, forward and backward propagation, fine-tuning, and transfer learning. Optimize your model’s performance with efficient training methods.
2024-09-11

2.3 Key LLM Models: BERT, GPT, and T5 Explained

Discover the main differences between BERT, GPT, and T5 in the realm of Large Language Models (LLMs). Learn about their unique features, applications, and how they contribute to various NLP tasks.
2024-09-10

2.0 The Basics of Large Language Models (LLMs): Transformer Architecture and Key Models

Learn about the foundational elements of Large Language Models (LLMs), including the transformer architecture and attention mechanism. Explore key LLMs like BERT, GPT, and T5, and their applications in NLP.
2024-09-06

1.3 Differences Between Large Language Models (LLMs) and Traditional Machine Learning

Understand the key differences between Large Language Models (LLMs) and traditional machine learning models. Explore how LLMs utilize transformer architecture, offer scalability, and leverage transfer learning for versatile NLP tasks.
2024-09-05

1.2 The Role of Large Language Models (LLMs) in Natural Language Processing (NLP)

Discover the impact of Large Language Models (LLMs) on natural language processing tasks. Learn how LLMs excel in text generation, question answering, translation, summarization, and even code generation.
2024-09-04

1.1 Understanding Large Language Models (LLMs): Definition, Training, and Scalability Explained

Explore the fundamentals of Large Language Models (LLMs), including their structure, training techniques like pre-training and fine-tuning, and the importance of scalability. Discover how LLMs like GPT and BERT work to perform NLP tasks like text generation and translation.
2024-09-03

1.0 What is an LLM? A Guide to Large Language Models in NLP

Discover the basics of Large Language Models (LLMs) in natural language processing (NLP). Learn how LLMs like GPT and BERT are trained, their roles, and how they differ from traditional machine learning models.
2024-09-02

A Guide to LLMs (Large Language Models): Understanding the Foundations of Generative AI

Learn about large language models (LLMs), including GPT, BERT, and T5, their functionality, training processes, and practical applications in NLP. This guide provides insights for engineers interested in leveraging LLMs in various fields.
2024-09-01

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CTO of Receipt Roller Inc., he builds innovative AI solutions and writes to make large language models more understandable, sharing both practical uses and behind-the-scenes insights.