What Are Weights and Parameters in an LLM
Basic of LLM
Understanding Transformers, the Engine of LLMs
Transformers are the backbone of modern AI models like GPT, Claude, Llama, and Gemini. Their core idea is straightforward: language only makes sense when you understand how words relate to each other. A transformer begins by turning each word into a vector that captures meaning — “coffee” sits closer to “tea” than to “mountain,” “king”…
TOON vs JSON: Revolutionizing Data Transmission for LLM
In the booming era of artificial intelligence, large language models (LLMs) are transforming how we interact with data. Yet, a challenge remains—how do we efficiently send structured data to these models without inflating token usage and cost? Traditionally, JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) has been the universal data format for transmitting information. But a rising alternative…
Why Microservices Aren’t the Answer (“until they really are”)
If you aren’t solving a specific problem that demands microservices, you’re likely creating more problems than you’re solving. When it comes to architectural decisions, the lure of microservices is undeniable. You’ve read the success stories: scalability, modularity, independent deployments – a utopia of clean, manageable services. But let me tell you this: the true horror,…
Is Node.js Really Single-Threaded?
If you’re a developer working with Node.js, you’ve probably heard the statement, “Node.js is single-threaded.” It’s a common belief, but is it entirely accurate? Well, not exactly! While it’s true that your JavaScript code in Node.js runs on a single thread, there’s a lot more going on beneath the surface, especially when it comes to performance and I/O operations.…
Understanding setImmediate in Node.js: A Simple Guide
What is setImmediate? If you’re working with Node.js, you might have come across a function called setImmediate. But what exactly does it do? Simply put, setImmediate is a function in Node.js that lets you execute a callback function as soon as the current event loop cycle is complete. It’s somewhat similar to setTimeout, but with…
Thinking Models: Navigating Complexity in Software Engineering
My journey into the world of thinking models began unexpectedly. It wasn’t until I delved into the book “The Great Mental Model” recently that I discovered the concept of thinking models. This sparked my curiosity to explore what thinking models exist specifically within the realm of software engineering. Let’s embark on this exploration together, diving…
Common RESTful API Design Mistakes and Their Remedies
Designing RESTful APIs is an art that requires attention to detail, a deep understanding of HTTP, and a commitment to the principles laid out by Roy Fielding. However, many APIs that claim to be RESTful fall short of these principles. In this blog, let’s explore 20 common mistakes and their remedies : 1. Misuse of…
The Strangler Pattern: A Pragmatic Approach to Modernizing Legacy Applications
Introduction Updating a legacy software system is a critical challenge many businesses face. It’s about enhancing what works while introducing new, efficient technologies. This is where the Strangler Pattern shines. It offers a structured yet flexible way to modernize systems without the need for a complete overhaul from the start. Let’s explore how this approach…
How to replace if-else with polymorphism
In object-oriented programming, the use of if-else statements can quickly make code difficult to read, understand and maintain. As the number of conditions and their complexity increases, so does the potential for errors and bugs. Polymorphism, on the other hand, offers a more elegant and efficient solution to this problem. By allowing objects of different…
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Ratnesh Dubey- Engineering & AI Insights 