Critical Batch Size Revisited: A Simple Empirical Approach to Large-Batch Language Model Training
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Critical Batch Size Revisited: A Simple Empirical Approach to Large-Batch Language Model Training
A recent study revisits the concept of critical batch size (CBS) in training large language models, emphasizing its importance for achieving efficient training without compromising performance. The research highlights that while larger batch sizes can speed up training, excessively large sizes can negatively impact token efficiency. By estimating CBS based on gradient noise, the study provides a practical approach for optimizing training processes, which is crucial as the demand for more powerful language models continues to grow.
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