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A Classification model trained entirely on a scientific calculator [P]
This remarkable project demonstrates the surprising potential of constrained AI. A classification model, meticulously trained solely on a Casio FX-82CE X scientific calculator—a non-programmable device—achieved a 67.04% validation accuracy on a binary MNIST dataset. The architecture, utilizing a simple 3x3 pixel input and a single output neuron, initially struggled with "zero" predictions, but reached an impressive 98.96% accuracy after 1000 epochs. For those interested in exploring the nuances of model optimization, our guide, "How to Fine-Tune an LLM: An End-to-End Guide," offers a
Mechanistic interpretability: a first paper on disentangling a convolutional neuron [R]
Recent independent research offers a novel approach to mechanistic interpretability, focusing on detailed analysis of individual neurons. This initial paper explores a 1x1 convolution within InceptionV1, revealing that the Hadamard product of a neuron’s receptive field and weight defines the patterns it detects. Through clustering these products, the study identifies monosemantic activations—cars, cats, dogs—and surprisingly, lesser-known activations like letters and faces. This technique illuminates a deliberate pattern within gradient descent, suggesting a nuanced organization of concepts. [https://pages.narang99.in/posts/2026-07-12-disentangling-mixed4