SmolLM2 360M

Open WeightModel weights are publicly available — can be downloaded and self-hosted

Released October 20248K context≈ 6,144 words0.4B params

SmolLM2 360M is the middle sibling in HuggingFace's compact language model family — larger than a pocket calculator, smaller than a workhorse. It handles straightforward text tasks like summarization, classification, and simple Q&A with reasonable coherence, but runs out of steam on complex reasoning or multi-step problems. Its real personality is efficiency: it fits comfortably in constrained environments where larger models simply can't run.

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SmolLM2 360M

Open WeightModel weights are publicly available — can be downloaded and self-hosted

Released October 20248K context≈ 6,144 words0.4B params

SmolLM2 360M is the middle sibling in HuggingFace's compact language model family — larger than a pocket calculator, smaller than a workhorse. It handles straightforward text tasks like summarization, classification, and simple Q&A with reasonable coherence, but runs out of steam on complex reasoning or multi-step problems. Its real personality is efficiency: it fits comfortably in constrained environments where larger models simply can't run.

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Reasoning & Logic

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Long Context

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ClassificationA machine learning task where the model assigns input data to predefined categories or labels.CoherenceThe quality of maintaining consistent meaning and logical flow across multiple sentences or exchanges in a conversation.Complex ReasoningThe ability to work through multi-step problems, analyze nuanced information, and draw logical conclusions.Language ModelAn AI model trained to predict and generate text by learning patterns from large amounts of written data.Model FamilyA group of related AI models developed by the same organization that share similar architecture and training approaches but may differ in size or capabilities.ReasoningThe model's ability to work through multi-step logical problems and provide justified answers rather than just pattern-matching.

SmolLM2 360M

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SmolLM2 360M

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