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An open notebook

Notes & observations.

Things I'm thinking about, learning, or just finding interesting. Some considered thoughts; some loose ends.

The notebook

Before the model, the question

A few thoughts on starting with the right problem, rather than the most interesting method.

Statistics·2 min read·Sample note

What are we really evaluating?

On benchmarks, useful systems, and the distance between the two.

Technology·2 min read·Sample note

Leaving a little room for detours

An argument for following an interesting question without knowing where it leads.

Miscellany·2 min read·Sample note

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