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Building a Dynamic Topology Neural Network with Multi-Objective Optimization and Parallel Training

Robert McMenemy
9 min readAug 30, 2024

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Introduction

In the world of deep learning, the concept of a neural network that can dynamically adapt and evolve during training is both fascinating and practical. Dynamic Topology Neural Networks (DTNNs) are designed to not only learn but also optimize their architecture on the fly. This blog post walks through the implementation of a DTNN with advanced features like multi-objective optimization, parallel training, and application to real-world datasets. Along the way, we will introduce relevant mathematical formulae and explore potential real-world use cases for this technology.

What is a Dynamic Topology Neural Network?

A Dynamic Topology Neural Network (DTNN) is a neural network whose architecture evolves during training. Unlike traditional fixed-architecture neural networks, DTNNs can dynamically add or remove neurons, adjust connections, and modify learning rates. This flexibility enables them to optimize both their structure and performance, leading to more efficient and effective learning.

Mathematical Background

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Robert McMenemy
Robert McMenemy

Written by Robert McMenemy

Full stack developer with a penchant for cryptography.

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