Despite their impressive capabilities, LLMs remain a mystery

Large language models, despite their impressive capabilities, remain a mystery to researchers. These models can suddenly grasp a task after repeated exposure, a phenomenon termed ‘grokking’. This behavior contradicts traditional understanding of deep learning. The complexity of these models has led researchers to study them like natural phenomena. Despite the success of deep learning, the exact workings remain elusive. For instance, why these models can learn language is still unclear. This lack of understanding underscores the need for further research into the behavior and capabilities of large language models.