arXiv:2606.05610v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: The efficacy of continued pre-training for Large Language Models (LLMs) hinges upon hyperparameter configurations, such as learning rate and batch size. However, current practices often rely on heuristics or grid searches, leading to training instability and excessive costs. In this work, we first empirically discover that optimal hyperparameters follow stable and predictable scaling laws throughout the continued pre-training process. Leveraging these insights, we propose a novel framework to establish quantitative relationships between compute b
The rapid development and widespread adoption of LLMs necessitate more efficient and stable training methodologies to keep pace with demand and computational constraints.
Optimizing LLM training reduces significant computational costs and resources, making advanced AI development more accessible and sustainable for institutions and national initiatives.
The ability to predict optimal hyperparameters will transform LLM continued pre-training from an expensive, heuristic-driven process into a more scientific, cost-effective, and stable endeavor.
- · AI compute providers
- · LLM developers
- · Cloud infrastructure providers
- · Organizations relying on inefficient LLM training
- · Generative AI startups with limited compute access
Reduced costs and faster iteration times for LLM development and deployment.
Democratization of advanced AI capabilities due to lower computational barriers.
Acceleration of sovereign AI initiatives as nations can more efficiently build and refine their domestic LLMs.
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