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The Evolution and Evaluation of Large Language Models
Since the launch of ChatGPT in 2022, the advancements in large language models have unfolded rapidly, revealing a spectrum of unexpected capabilities. The introduction of GPT-4 marked a significant milestone, suggesting a level of understanding that raised questions about the nature of its abilities. Are these capabilities indicative of actual comprehension, or are they merely the result of statistical mimicry, often referred to as "stochastic parroting"? This debate has ushered in a wave of scientific inquiry aimed at evaluating and understanding the properties of these remarkable language models.