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IBM explains RAG: what retrieval adds to an AI answer

Marina Danilevsky introduces RAG; the linked IBM Research companion explains retrieval, generation, and source checking.

IBM TechnologySource published: 23 Aug 2023

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Understand the RAG workflow

IBM Technology's explainer features researcher Marina Danilevsky. The linked IBM Research companion describes retrieving relevant snippets, then adding them to the prompt for generation.

Keep source checking in view

The companion also explains why readers should be able to consult original sources. Watch with one question about your own documents in mind, and identify the passage you would want cited.

Remember the limit

IBM's broader RAG guide says retrieval can reduce hallucinations, but cannot make a model error-proof. Use our document checklist for a first trial.

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