deepspeedai / deepspeedai/DeepSpeed

NaN loss due to mixed precision?

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Description

I'm trying to train RAG using deepspeed, but get a NaN loss, possibly due to mixed precision errors.

Can reproduce by running sh train.sh from https://github.com/sabetAI/rage

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Start by running sh train.sh from the linked sabetAI/rage reproduction and confirm the NaN loss under DeepSpeed mixed precision. Trace the training configuration and loss behavior to isolate whether mixed precision causes the failure; done means the cause is identified and a verified fix or precise diagnosis is provided.

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Tech stack
python
Domain
machine-learning
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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