// Train & fine-tune
safetensorsv0.8.0
Simple, safe way to store and distribute tensors
Open source Maintained For developers
IN ONE PARAGRAPH
safetensors is simple, safe way to store and distribute tensors.
Good for: Developers and teams who want to train & fine-tune.
01How to start
- 1Read the official quick-start (link above).
- 2Install or sign up as the official guide describes.
- 3Try it on a small example before wiring it into a project.
02Alternatives & comparison
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