axolotl

Fine-tune Large Language Models with Axolotl using YAML configurations.

Updated Apr 11, 2026
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Skill: axolotl
Source: https://github.com/hhhi21g/HealthCenter/tree/main/.codex/skills/axolotl
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hhhi21g/HealthCenter --skill axolotl-hhhi21g

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires axolotl, torch, transformers, datasets, peft, accelerate, deepspeed, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides expert guidance and tools for fine-tuning Large Language Models (LLMs) with Axolotl, enabling efficient and effective model adaptation for specific tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Fine-Tuning Guidance: Offers comprehensive instructions and examples for various fine-tuning scenarios.
  • Model Configuration: Provides YAML configuration templates for different training and evaluation settings.
  • Use Case: Fine-tune an LLM for specific tasks such as text generation, question answering, or summarization.

Quick Start

Run the skill with the following command: axolotl --config ./fine_tuning_config.yaml

Frequently Asked Questions about axolotl

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I fine-tune a large language model for a specific task?

To fine-tune an LLM for specific tasks, you can use YAML configuration templates to define training and evaluation settings, then execute the run with `axolotl --config ./fine_tuning_config.yaml`. This provides guidance for text generation, question answering, and summarization.

What is the best way to configure model training for deep learning?

The best way to configure model training is by using YAML configuration templates that adjust various training settings and evaluation metrics. This allows efficient adaptation of large language models for specific downstream tasks.

Do I need DeepSpeed and PEFT to train an LLM with this approach?

Yes, you need DeepSpeed and PEFT, along with torch, transformers, datasets, and accelerate. These dependencies are required to execute the model training and fine-tuning processes efficiently.

Can I use this method for question answering and text generation?

Yes, you can use this fine-tuning method for question answering, text generation, and summarization. It provides comprehensive instructions and examples to adapt large language models for these specific use cases.

Why does my LLM fine-tuning configuration fail to start?

Your fine-tuning configuration may fail if required dependencies like axolotl, torch, or transformers are missing, or if the YAML configuration file is incorrectly structured. Ensure all deep learning libraries are installed and paths are correct.