Welcome to our guide on implementing reinforcement learning for the game of Reversi using the innovative techniques first applied in AlphaGo Zero. This hands-on article will cover environment setup, model training, and troubleshooting tips to ensure a smooth experience. So, let’s dive in!
Environment Setup
To get started, you’ll need to set up your environment. Below are the requirements and steps to get everything in place:
Requirements
- Python 3.6.3
- TensorFlow (preferably GPU version or TensorFlow 1.3.0)
- Keras 2.0.8
Procedure
# Install libraries
pip install -r requirements.txt
# If using Anaconda
cp requirements.txt conda-requirements.txt
# Comment out unnecessary libraries and format names
conda env create -f environment.yml
source activate reversi-a0
conda install --yes --file conda-requirements.txt
# For GPU users
pip install tensorflow-gpu
Understanding the Training Process
Now, let’s delve into how the model learns using an analogy:
Think of the self-play process as a child learning to play Reversi against themselves. Initially, the child doesn’t know the rules or strategies, but as they play more games, they learn from their mistakes and start to improve. The same goes for our models. Using three worker components:
- Self: This is like the child; it plays games against itself and learns from each match.
- Opt: Imagine a skilled coach reviewing the child’s games, providing feedback to improve strategies and skills.
- Eval: This is the experienced referee who checks if the child’s techniques are getting better, ensuring that improvement is recognized.
Instructions to Train the Model
# Execute Self-Play
python srcreversi_zerorun.py self
# Start Training
python srcreversi_zerorun.py opt
# Start Evaluation
python srcreversi_zerorun.py eval
Playing Against the Best Model
You can challenge the trained model using the GUI:
# Play GUI
python srcreversi_zerorun.py play_gui
The board will display the state of the game, including statistics like visit count and Q values for each move.
Troubleshooting Tips
If you encounter issues, try these common fixes:
- Ensure all packages are correctly installed per the requirements.
- If you face GPU memory issues, consider adjusting the per_process_gpu_memory_fraction in the code files.
- Monitor the training logs through TensorBoard to identify performance bottlenecks.
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Conclusion
With the above instructions, you should be well on your way to developing a strong Reversi AI using the foundation laid by AlphaGo Zero. Keep experimenting with different configurations and hyperparameters to refine your model.
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