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Improved Regularization of Convolutional Neural Networks with Cutout

How a Simple “Cutout” Trick Makes Image AI Smarter

Researchers found a tiny change that can make image AI learn better.
The idea, called Cutout, hides a random square from training pictures so the model cant just memorize every small detail.
That missing patch forces the system to pay attention to other parts of the photo, which reduces overfitting and helps it handle new images it hasn't seen before.
The method is really easy to use — add a mask during training, and you're done — and it plays well with other common tweaks like flipping or color changes.
Tests on popular image tasks showed steady gains in accuracy, meaning models became more reliable in real situations.
This is a nice reminder that small, simple ideas can give big boosts to AI, making results more stable and often more fair.
Try it and your picture AI might stop cheating by memorizing pixels and start actually learning, so it performs better in the real world with more robustness.

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