Autoregressive Language Model on the 6502 Processor

A language model on a 1975 MOS 6502 processor, using a tiny Mamba-based language model and custom 8-bit ternary inference engine, used to generate text on a BBC Micro from the 1980s.
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A language model has been successfully implemented on a vintage 6502 processor, showcasing how a small Mamba-based model and a unique 8-bit inference engine can generate text on an old BBC Micro. This project highlights the intersection of retro computing and modern AI techniques.

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