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2.1.3. RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) Pattern

  • Concept: Combine retrieval from your data with LLM generation
  • Purpose: Ground AI responses in accurate, current information
  • Benefit: Reduce hallucinations, enable domain-specific answers
Visual: RAG Architecture
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Key Trade-Offs:
  • Retrieval Quality vs. Latency: More thorough retrieval improves accuracy but adds latency
  • Context Window vs. Cost: Including more context improves answers but increases token costs