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"Rubrics in Daily Life: How to Remember the 8 Dimensions of AI Evaluation"

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 In the last blog, we saw that Rubrics are like a scorecard for judging AI answers.   But terms like *“factual accuracy”* and *“context awareness”* can feel abstract.   So here’s the trick: let’s connect each rubric dimension to something you already experience in daily life. That way, it sticks in your memory.   ## 1. Instruction Following   Ordering food at a restaurant.   You say: *“One dosa, no butter.”*   Waiter brings dosa with butter ❌ → poor instruction following.   AI is judged the same way: Did it follow what you asked?   ## 2. Factual Accuracy   You ask: *“Capital of Australia?”*   Answer: *“Sydney”* ❌ Wrong.   Correct: *“Canberra”* ✅   AI must give facts, not guesses.   ## 3. Content Relevance   Parent: *“Did you finish homework?”*   Child: *“I played cricket today!”* 🏏   That’s off-topic.   AI answers...

Gold at the Crossroads: XAUUSD Scenarios Ahead of the FOMC

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  Introduction The global trading community is bracing for one of the most pivotal events of the month: the Federal Reserve’s policy decision. Gold (XAUUSD) is sitting at the edge of history, hovering near record highs and testing the psychological barrier of $3,700 . With speculation of a rate cut dominating headlines, volatility is all but guaranteed. Will gold break through resistance and chart new highs, or will the market punish late buyers with a sharp retracement? In this analysis, we map out the most probable scenarios for XAUUSD around the FOMC — and the price levels that matter most. Why Gold Is Center Stage Several powerful forces have converged to put gold at the heart of market attention: Federal Reserve policy: Lower interest rates reduce real yields, strengthening the appeal of non-yielding assets like gold. Traders expect easing in the months ahead, and gold has already surged in anticipation. Institutional demand: Central banks a...

How We Judge AI: A Simple Guide to Rubrics

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When humans compare two or more answers from an AI system, how do they decide which one is better? That’s where a rubric comes in. A rubric is like a scorecard. It tells you: What to look for in an answer (e.g., is it correct, clear, safe?). How to judge it (no issues, minor issues, major issues). Why it matters (does it improve the user’s experience?). Rubrics make sure evaluations are consistent, fair, and useful for teaching AI what people truly prefer. Why Do Rubrics Matter? Without rubrics, human feedback would be random. One person might prefer shorter answers, while another prefers longer ones, and the AI would receive mixed signals. A rubric provides shared rules so everyone is judging on the same scale. Think of it like judging a singing competition. The rubric (pitch, clarity, stage presence) makes sure judges don’t just pick favourites — they score against clear criteria. The 8 Key Dimensions of an AI Rubric Instruction Foll...

How AI Learns from People: The Magic of RLHF Explained Simply

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  How AI Learns from People: The Magic of RLHF Explained Simply Imagine you’re teaching a child to answer questions. You ask, “What’s the capital of France?” The child might say: Answer A: “Paris.” Answer B: “France is a country in Europe. The capital is Paris.” Both are correct, but one feels clearer and more helpful. Which would you prefer? That choice you just made is the heart of something called Reinforcement Learning with Human Feedback (RLHF). What is RLHF in Plain Words? RLHF is a way of teaching AI systems not just to be right, but to be helpful in the way people like. Think of it like this: The AI writes a few different answers to the same question. A human (like you) reads those answers and decides which feels better. The AI takes that feedback and adjusts itself, so next time it’s more likely to give the kind of answer people actually prefer. Over time, with lots of these “this one’s better” choices, the AI lear...

What is Artificial Intelligence? A Layman’s Guide

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Every era has its breakthrough. In the 90s, it was the internet. In the 2000s, smartphones. Today, it’s Artificial Intelligence (AI)—a force already reshaping how we live, learn, and work. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or a business owner, understanding AI is no longer optional— it’s as essential as learning to use email once was . 🔍 What is AI? At its simplest, Artificial Intelligence is when machines mimic human intelligence. Software can learn, reason, solve problems, and even create. You’ve already met AI: Netflix predicting what you’ll watch next. Google Maps rerouting you around traffic. Spam filters catching junk emails. ChatGPT or MidJourney generating text or images from your prompts. AI is not one technology—it’s an umbrella of fields, including: Machine Learning (ML): Systems that learn from data and improve over time. Natural Language Processing (NLP): Machines understanding and responding to human language. Co...

“Empty Your Cup: The First Rule of Successful Trading”

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  Introduction: “Before you pour in new tea, you must empty the cup.” This ancient Zen lesson has deep relevance for modern traders. If you’re trying to succeed in Forex trading—especially with Volume Price Analysis (VPA)—this simple truth could be your turning point. 🧠 Why Most Traders Struggle Constant noise from the internet and half-learned strategies. Jumping from setup to setup without internal clarity. 💡 The ‘Empty Cup’ Philosophy Forget what you think you know. Trust only what is tested. Repetition creates real understanding. 🔄 How I’m Starting Fresh Letting go of previous strategies that didn’t work. Restarting the SkillCentric VPA course with full discipline. Using a Notion-based system to record everything, journal every trade, and track my thought process. ✅ The Trading Mindset Reset Checklist 🎯 Start with a clean mental slate 📚 Re-learn core concepts: Market Structure, Candle Anatomy, VSA 🔄 Repeat until instinctive 🧘...