Introduction

As artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies continue to evolve, the size and complexity of models like those in the realm of deep learning have dramatically increased. While these larger models often result in superior performance and capabilities, their training comes with significantly higher computational and financial costs. This blog provides comprehensive strategies and best practices on how to train large models without exhausting your budget.

Understanding the Costs Behind Large Model Training

Before diving into cost-reduction strategies, it’s essential to understand where the expenses come from in training large models. Typically, these costs can be attributed to computational resources, data collection and processing, software tools, and sometimes, specialized hardware requirements.

Optimizing Computational Resources

Computational resources, primarily in the form of GPU hours, constitute a large portion of the costs involved in model training. Reducing the number of needed computations can lead to substantial savings:

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