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Bob McGrew

02/01/25

@ Y Combinator

Once a startup has established a working model, they can explore distillation techniques to create smaller, faster models that maintain performance levels.

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Bob McGrew: AI Agents And The Path To AGI

@ Y Combinator

Bob McGrew: AI Agents And The Path To AGI

02/01/25

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Y Combinator Cast

11/01/24

@ Y Combinator

Distillation of large AI models into smaller, more efficient versions could make advanced AI capabilities more accessible and practical for everyday use.

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Y Combinator Cast

11/01/24

@ Y Combinator

OpenAI has enabled internal distillation processes, allowing for the creation of cheaper models based on their larger, more complex models, enhancing accessibility for developers.

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Mark Zuckerberg

07/30/24

@ NVIDIA

The ability to distill models from larger ones will be valuable, as companies will likely have AIs tailored for every function they need.

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Y Combinator Cast

11/01/24

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Startups are increasingly opting for smaller AI models instead of the largest models available, as evidenced by recent statistics.

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Y Combinator Cast

11/01/24

@ Y Combinator

The 'o1' model enables distillation into smaller models, allowing for cost-effective solutions for simpler tasks while reserving the full capabilities for more complex problems.

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Y Combinator Cast

05/31/24

@ Y Combinator

Doing things that don't scale allows startups to experiment, fail fast, and quickly test assumptions before investing significant time in product development.

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Paul Graham

07/17/19

@ Y Combinator

Doing things that don't scale means engaging in handmade, artisanal efforts early on, even if you know you can't maintain them forever, because it helps you learn and grow your startup.

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Y Combinator Cast

05/31/24

@ Y Combinator

The advice to do things that don't scale is counterintuitive but provides startups with a unique advantage over larger competitors by fostering deep customer understanding and rapid experimentation.

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Bob McGrew

06/17/25

@ Sequoia Capital

Startups should focus on areas where deep understanding outside of the model is necessary, as these are safer spaces to operate without being overshadowed by larger labs.