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Tokens, Transformers, and Training: What Powers an LLM’s Brain
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Tokens, Transformers, and Training: What Powers an LLM’s Brain

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Mirko Peters
Apr 28, 2025
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Large Language Models (LLMs) have transformed how machines understand and generate human language. At their core, three elements drive this innovation: Tokens Transformers Training, which work together to mimic human-like communication. For instance, tokens act as the building blocks of text, while transformers process relationships between words to der…

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