deepspeedai / deepspeedai/DeepSpeed

Can DeepSpeed support Keras models based on the Torch backend?[REQUEST]

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Description

Keras successfully supports Torch as its backend in version 3.0. Can I use DeepSpeed to train this model?

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Research direction

The issue mentions Keras 3.0 with its Torch backend and DeepSpeed, but names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by locating the integration boundaries for Keras, PyTorch, and DeepSpeed, then determine the supported behavior and validation needed for a Keras model using the Torch backend.

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Assessment

Tech stack
keras, python, pytorch
Domain
distributed-systems, machine-learning
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
15/100

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