Comment by Hoa Do (hoa-do) on ML Safety Research Advice - GabeM · 2024-07-23T06:52:40.756Z · LW · GW

Thanks so much for this write up. Just what I need. Do you have any further advice on:

"You should aim to understand the fundamentals of ML through 1 or 2 classes and then practice doing many manageable research projects with talented collaborators or a good mentor who can give you time to meet."

How do you find collaborators or mentors after going through some courses?