Axolotl
Open-source framework for fine-tuning and evaluating large language models.
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—Overview
What is Axolotl?
Axolotl simplifies the process of experimenting with different training configurations, supporting features like LoRA, QLoRA, DeepSpeed, PEFT, and multi-GPU setups. It makes it easy to reproduce and share results in LLM development.
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“Axolotl stands out by offering a comprehensive open-source framework that simplifies the process of experimenting with different fine-tuning strategies and supports efficient reproducibility.”
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Who is it for?
✓ Best for
Research teams needing to experiment with various fine-tuning techniques on large language models
Developers looking for an open-source solution to reproduce and share their model training results
Academic researchers who require a flexible framework for LLM experimentation
✕ Not a fit for
Teams requiring real-time inference capabilities, as Axolotl focuses on training and fine-tuning
Projects with strict budget constraints, given the hardware requirements for large-scale training
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Get Started with Axolotl
Step-by-step setup guide with code examples and common gotchas.