faster-whisper
CPU-friendly Whisper transcription implementation
Episodes
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#4972: CPU vs GPU Inference: When to Skip the GPUWhy running AI on CPU isn't a toy — and when the GPU advantage vanishes. -
#4717: Building a Home Whisper Server: The Full SpecDaniel wants a dedicated home server for Whisper dictation. Here's the exact build — GPU, RAM, storage, and runtime — to make it work. -
#2288: The Invisible Gatekeeper of Voice TechHow voice activity detection shapes every step of the voice tech pipeline, and why it’s harder than it seems. -
#1218: The Architectural Divide Between Batch and Live SpeechWhy does voice typing feel so clunky compared to recording a memo? We explore the technical hurdles of real-time AI transcription. -
#332: Who’s Talking? The Tech of Speaker IdentificationHerman and Corn break down the difference between speaker diarization and identification to help automate meeting transcripts. -
#6: How To Fine Tune WhisperBuild your own AI transcription tool! We'll walk you through fine-tuning Whisper, from data to notebook. -
#9: Benchmarking Custom ASR Tools - Beyond The WERBenchmarking custom ASR fine-tunes: We're diving deep beyond the WER to truly measure performance. -
#7: Building Custom ASR ToolsEver wondered how to build your own ASR tools from scratch? Discover the why and how in this episode! -
#3: Safetensors or something else: STT inference formats explainedUnpacking ASR weight formats: Safetensors and beyond. Tune in to understand the distinctions. -
#5: Fine-Tuning ASR For Maximal UsabilityFine-tuned ASR is just the start. Discover the next steps for deployment and maximizing usability. -
#11: How Does Fine Tuning Work Anyway?Unlock the secrets of AI fine-tuning. Discover how your small dataset can shape a giant model. -
#2: Local STT For AMD GPU OwnersAMD GPU? No problem! Dive into local AI adventures like on-device speech to text. -
#8: Building Your Own WhisperEver wondered if you could build your own speech recognition tool? We dive deep into crafting custom ASR. -
#4: If Your Voice Ages, Does Your Fine-Tune Become Useless?Your voice changes, but your fine-tuned model shouldn't become useless. We explore the biology of the larynx and ASR.