ML research rule of thumb: assume ten groups are already working on your idea
A_K_Nain · x · 2026-11-10
AKNain resurfaces his own rule of thumb for ML research: unless you're far out of the league, always assume your idea is already being explored by at least ten other groups — the differentiators are infrastructure and money.
He says engraving this helps in four ways: it keeps you humble, keeps you on your toes, gives a clearer perspective on research direction, and makes your limitations known.
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