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Simpler, Faster AI: Transformer Models Can Work Without Normalization Layers, Study Shows

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Overview

  • Transformer models typically rely on normalization layers for stability
  • This paper shows transformers can work without these layers when properly initialized
  • ResNets can already operate without normalization
  • The key is controlling output variance through careful initialization
  • Removing normalization simplifies models and may improve efficiency

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When engineers build transformer models, they typically include special layers called "normalization layers" that keep the numbers flowing through the system in check. These layers act like a...

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