The Clova Language Framework (CLaF) is a robust NLP tool built on PyTorch, offering high-level functionality to streamline your language processing tasks. This guide will provide you with a step-by-step approach to get started with CLaF, including installation, training models, and troubleshooting tips.

Overview

CLaF provides two key functionalities:

• Experiment: Control the training flow in NLP with various TokenMaker methods.
• Machine: Combine different modules to build a comprehensive NLP machine.

Features

• Multilingual modeling support (English and Korean)
• Lightweight systemization and modularization
• Use of pre-trained models and easy extension
• Comprehensive and reproducible logging metrics

Installation

Requirements

• Python 3.6
• PyTorch version 1.3.1
• MeCab for Korean Tokenizer

It’s recommended to use a virtual environment. You can use Conda for easy setup:

conda create -n claf python=3.6
conda activate claf
pip install -r requirements.txt

Install via pip

To install via pip, use the following command:

pip install claf

Experiment and Usage

Training Your Model

Train your model using the command line:

• With only Arguments:
  

  python train.py --train_file_path file_path --valid_file_path file_path --model_name name ...

• With BaseConfig:
  

  python train.py --base_config base_config

• BaseConfig + Arguments:
  

  python train.py --base_config base_config --learning_rate 0.002

Evaluating Your Model

Once your model is trained, evaluate it using:

python eval.py data_path model_checkpoint_path

Making Predictions

To predict results from your model, use:

python predict.py model_checkpoint_path --arguments

For example:

python predict.py log/squad/bidaf/checkpoint/model_19.pkl --question "When was the last Super Bowl in California?" --context "On May 21, 2013, NFL owners at their spring meetings in Boston voted and awarded the game to Levis Stadium..."

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues while using the CLaF, consider the following troubleshooting tips:

• Ensure all prerequisites and dependencies are correctly installed.
• Check if your Python version matches the required version (3.6).
• Review logs for any error messages that can direct you to what went wrong.
• If you’re facing installation issues, try setting up a new virtual environment.

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Conclusion

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