xgen-7b-8k-inst

Maintained By
Salesforce

XGen-7B-8K-Inst

PropertyValue
Model TypeInstruction-tuned Language Model
Research PaperarXiv:2309.03450
Sequence Length8K tokens
PurposeResearch
FrameworkPyTorch

What is xgen-7b-8k-inst?

XGen-7B-8K-Inst is an advanced language model developed by Salesforce AI Research, specifically designed to handle long sequences of up to 8,000 tokens. It represents a significant advancement in the field of long-context processing, built upon the foundation of their base model and enhanced through instruction tuning.

Implementation Details

The model utilizes the OpenAI Tiktoken library for tokenization and is implemented using PyTorch. It's optimized for bfloat16 precision and can be easily deployed using the Hugging Face Transformers library.

  • Supports extended context window of 8K tokens
  • Built on transformer architecture
  • Implements instruction-following capabilities
  • Uses specialized tokenization through Tiktoken

Core Capabilities

  • Long-form text generation and processing
  • Instruction-based task completion
  • Enhanced context understanding
  • Flexible deployment options
  • Research-focused applications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What makes this model unique?

The model's ability to process 8K token sequences sets it apart from most standard language models, making it particularly suitable for long-form content processing and generation. Its instruction-tuning further enhances its practical utility.

Q: What are the recommended use cases?

The model is specifically released for research purposes and excels in tasks requiring long context understanding, such as document summarization, extended conversations, and complex instruction-following scenarios.

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