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The AI writing contest, sponsored by Bright Data and HackerNoon, offers a $2500 prize pool for writers, developers, data scientists, and researchers with fresh takes on the AI phenomenon. We’re looking for insights into the data that powers AI models — how it’s collected, how it shapes affects performance, and the best tools and methods for sourcing high-quality datasets.
With 10 days left until submissions close on December 1, 2024, it’s time to finalize your draft.
To simplify the process, we’ve shared 5 questions to guide your entry below⬇️⬇️. Simply reference a personal AI project when answering and submit!
Good luck!
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Scraping the Web to Train AI and LLMs
1. Overview
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Share your practical experiences with web scraping specifically for collecting data to train AI and large language models (LLMs).
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2. Web Scraping Techniques
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What web scraping tools or techniques did you use?
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How did you overcome challenges such as CAPTCHAs, rate limits, or dynamic content?
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3. Data Quality and Quantity:
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How did you ensure the quality and relevance of the scraped data?
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How did you address issues such as duplicate or irrelevant data?
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4. Ethical Considerations:
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What ethical considerations did you take into account while scraping the web?
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How did you comply with the website’s terms of service and legal requirements?
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5. Conclusion:
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Summarize your experiences with web scraping and its potential for AI and LLM development.
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That’s all.
Ready to give it a shot?
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Start a draft or use this template to enter! Hurry, submissions close on December 1st, 2024!
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If you’d like to participate in the AI writing contest but feel this template isn’t right for you, feel free to explore any of the other three options:
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