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[Question] Design of DeepSpeedDataLoader's __iter__ and __next__

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I have a question about DeepSpeedDataLoader:
https://github.com/microsoft/DeepSpeed/blob/cd4e473ee613a3c5d0b70769c5ec19a7fc8a453b/deepspeed/runtime/dataloader.py#L108-L159

Why DeepSpeedDataLoader create a dataloader in __iter__ and store all data in self.data? What's the difference from iterate self.dataloader directly?

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Start with deepspeed/runtime/dataloader.py lines 108-159, focusing on DeepSpeedDataLoader.iter, next, self.data, and self.dataloader. Compare this behavior with direct iteration and inspect nearby usage to establish the intended rationale. Done means the design is explained clearly, or the issue is updated with a specific documentation change if one is needed.

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Tech stack
python
Domain
data, machine-learning
Issue type
Documentation
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2/5
Estimated time
1-3 hours
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Stale
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Needs clarification
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