Zoom Meeting with Banary and RTX Liaisons
Pictured from left-to-right:
Andrei (Banary), Oscar (Banary), Ruobin (Banary), Sam (Banary), Harrison (Banary), Ruhi (Banary), Ezekiel (Banary), Randall (RTX), Jose (RTX)
Banary has finally met with RTX Liaisons Randall and Jose (Sylvia joined later) to discuss progress and outline our path forward. Scheduling a consistent meeting time that works for Banary, RTX, and our coach, Dr. Resch has been a challenge. Although Dr. Resch was unable to attend the reunion meeting due to her teaching schedule, we shared the meeting minutes and will keep her updated. We’ve now established Fridays from 1:30 – 2:30 PM EST as our regular meeting time, which works well in the middle of the IPPD workweek, aligning with our Monday/Tuesday deliverables.
During the meeting, we reviewed our progress on reading ELF files, disassembling, and setting up the RNN model. Sylvia emphasized the importance of proper data formatting, noting that it makes up 80% of the work. Banary is exploring ways to enhance the dataset, including adding preprocessing columns to improve neural network training.
Another key topic was the availability of HiPerGator resources, which Randall addressed by suggesting alternatives like RTX 5070s and Apple M3/4 chips—powerful tools for training neural networks. The availability issue stems from ongoing HiPerGator refurbishments and should improve soon.
With Qualification Review Board 1 approaching, we shared our summary report, which was well-received by the liaisons. Their enthusiasm for our work has boosted our confidence and we’re excited to present our progress in the upcoming review!
Until next time.
— Team Banary