Glossary
What is a Model Card?
Standardized documentation for AI transparency.
What is a model card?
A model card is a standardized document that describes an AI model's intended use, limitations, training data, performance metrics, and ethical considerations. It promotes transparency and helps users understand when and how to use a model safely.
Model Card Contents
- Overview: Model description and intended use
- Training: Data sources and methodology
- Performance: Benchmarks and metrics
- Limitations: Known weaknesses and failure modes
- Ethics: Bias considerations and mitigations
Why They Matter
- Enable informed deployment decisions
- Document known limitations
- Support regulatory compliance
- Promote responsible AI use
Why are model cards important?
Model cards enable informed decisions about AI deployment. They document known limitations, potential biases, and appropriate use cases. Regulations like the EU AI Act increasingly require this type of documentation.
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