As someone who very much enjoys self learning, I can't comprehend what you wrote. It doesn't make any sense. In fact, I don't believe you've played in the same sandbox at all.
> why not learn programming basics
Do you think implementing an LLM from scratch would not require programming!?
A generic project based goal like this is the best approach to self learning, because you fight your way to it, picking up what you need to know on the way. And, once it's all working, and you get your first meaningful sign of success (in this case, some tokens out), after your long path, you fucking celebrate!
> why not learn programming basics
Do you think implementing an LLM from scratch would not require programming!?
A generic project based goal like this is the best approach to self learning, because you fight your way to it, picking up what you need to know on the way. And, once it's all working, and you get your first meaningful sign of success (in this case, some tokens out), after your long path, you fucking celebrate!