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Main Author: Qi, Feng
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Published: 2025
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Online Access:https://arxiv.org/abs/2507.04300
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author Qi, Feng
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contents We propose Quick Feedforward (QF) Learning, a novel knowledge consolidation framework for transformer-based models that enables efficient transfer of instruction derived knowledge into model weights through feedforward activations without any gradient back propagation. Unlike traditional finetuning, QF updates are computed in closed form, require minimal parameter modification, and preserve prior knowledge. Importantly, QF allows models to train and infer within the same runtime environment, making the process more resource efficient and closely aligned with how the human brain operates. Code and models are open sourced on GitHub. I hope QF Learning inspires a more efficient and brain-like paradigm for AI systems.
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spellingShingle QF: Quick Feedforward AI Model Training without Gradient Back Propagation
Qi, Feng
Machine Learning
Artificial Intelligence
Neurons and Cognition
We propose Quick Feedforward (QF) Learning, a novel knowledge consolidation framework for transformer-based models that enables efficient transfer of instruction derived knowledge into model weights through feedforward activations without any gradient back propagation. Unlike traditional finetuning, QF updates are computed in closed form, require minimal parameter modification, and preserve prior knowledge. Importantly, QF allows models to train and infer within the same runtime environment, making the process more resource efficient and closely aligned with how the human brain operates. Code and models are open sourced on GitHub. I hope QF Learning inspires a more efficient and brain-like paradigm for AI systems.
title QF: Quick Feedforward AI Model Training without Gradient Back Propagation
topic Machine Learning
Artificial Intelligence
Neurons and Cognition
url https://arxiv.org/abs/2507.04300