Differences from Other Frameworks
This framework distinguishes itself from both industrial and educational frameworks in several key aspects:
Compared to Industrial Frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc.)
- Prioritizes educational value over production performance
- Simpler implementation with minimal dependencies
- More transparent and easier to understand internals
- Focused feature set without overwhelming complexity
Compared to Educational Frameworks
Micrograd
- Supports full tensor operations (not just scalar computations)
- Includes complete set of optimizers and loss functions
- Maintains practical usability while being educational
TinyFlow
- Pure Python implementation (vs C++)
- Modern dynamic computation approach
- Actively maintained and documented
- Lower barrier to entry for beginners
DeZero
- Simpler architecture without higher-order derivatives
- PyTorch-like API for easier industry transition
- Includes practical features like ONNX export
- Focus on essential concepts without excessive complexity
Unique Features
- Balanced approach between education and practicality
- GPU acceleration support for real-world applications (coming soon)
- ONNX export capability for deployment learning
- Comprehensive documentation focused on learning
- Smooth transition path to industrial frameworks