How to Use BERT-base-no-cased for Multilingual Language Processing

May 20, 2021

In the vast realm of natural language processing (NLP), BERT (Bidirectional Encoder Representations from Transformers) has taken center stage with its powerful capabilities. However, larger models can sometimes be cumbersome for specific applications. Enter bert-base-no-cased, a lightweight version aimed at tackling multilingual challenges without compromising accuracy. In this blog, we’ll guide you through the process of utilizing this remarkable model step-by-step.

What is BERT-base-no-cased?

BERT-base-no-cased provides a streamlined alternative to the larger bert-base-multilingual-cased model. It manages a custom number of languages while delivering the same representations as the original model, ensuring functional accuracy. This is particularly beneficial for practitioners looking for efficient processing without sacrificing quality.

How to Use BERT-base-no-cased

To integrate bert-base-no-cased into your project, follow these simple steps:

Ensure you have the transformers library installed. If not, install it using pip:

pip install transformers

Now, you’re ready to import the necessary libraries and load the model:

from transformers import AutoTokenizer, AutoModel

tokenizer = AutoTokenizer.from_pretrained("Geotrend/bert-base-no-cased")
model = AutoModel.from_pretrained("Geotrend/bert-base-no-cased")

Analogy: Understanding BERT’s Functionality

Imagine BERT as a world-class chef trained in a variety of cuisines (languages). The original bert-base-multilingual-cased chef can create intricate dishes from all over the world but operates in a gigantic kitchen filled with every ingredient imaginable. In contrast, our chef, bert-base-no-cased, is still just as skilled but works in a smaller kitchen with only the necessary tools to whip up delightful meals quickly, thus allowing you to serve delicious dishes without the clutter.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues while using bert-base-no-cased, consider the following troubleshooting steps:

Error Loading Model: Ensure that you have typed the model name correctly – it should be “Geotrend/bert-base-no-cased”.
Dependency Issues: Verify that your system has the latest version of the transformers library. Upgrading it may resolve these problems.
Execution Environment: Make sure you are working in a Python environment where you have permissions to install packages.

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Additional Resources

To explore the creation of other smaller versions of multilingual transformers, visit our Github repo. For deeper understanding, refer to our paper titled Load What You Need: Smaller Versions of Multilingual BERT.

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