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#107 – Chris Olah on what the hell is going on inside neural networks

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Understanding Neurons and Weights: Unlocking the Behavior of Neural Networks

In my quest to understand complex systems, I've tried various approaches that didn't work. Finally, I settled on a simple method of understanding individual neurons and their connections. It's like deciphering variables and code in a computer program. As I unravel the behavior of neurons, algorithms reveal themselves. This exciting journey has been a collaborative effort with incredible colleagues.

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