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Advantages and Disadvantages of Open Source in the Social Development World

Open source has emerged as more than just a technology movement – it represents a philosophy of collaboration, transparency, and democratized access to knowledge. In the social development world, where organizations operate at the intersection of scarce resources, urgent needs,…

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The Hidden Costs of Intelligence: Unpacking the Environmental Footprint of LLMs

Large Language Models (LLMs) have ushered in a new era in artificial intelligence. Their capabilities – ranging from understanding and generating human-like language to performing tasks like translation, summarization, content creation, and complex problem-solving – have transformed how industries operate…

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Integrating AI into Evaluations: Building a Smarter, Ethical, & More Inclusive Framework of Measurement

AI is a powerful ally in evaluation, best used to handle repetitive tasks like data cleaning and pattern recognition. However, it is just that, an ally alongside a sharp evaluator. AI cannot replace human insight—critical for interpreting data within ethical,…

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