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Enhancing Retrieval in Generative AI

Mar 22, 2025

Context-Based Chunking in Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)

Introduction

  • Purpose of Video: Explore context-based chunking in RAG to enhance retrieval accuracy.

What is Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)?

  • Definition: A technique to enhance the accuracy and reliability of generative AI models by using specific and relevant data sources.
  • Process: Providing a Large Language Model (LLM) with a data source to retrieve and utilize relevant information before generating a response.
  • Benefit: Makes output more precise and contextually accurate.

Challenges with Traditional RAG

  • Difficulty in retrieving highly relevant data based on current context.
  • May lead to inaccurate or incomplete answers.

Improving Retrieval Accuracy

Chunking Strategies

  • Recursive Text Splitting with Overlap: Helps retain context across chunks.

Context-Based Chunking (Anthropic Contextual Retrieval)

  • Concept: Each chunk is attached to a broader document context, maintaining coherence and improving retrieval accuracy.

Implementation in n8n Workflow

Steps

  1. Retrieve Source Document
    • Source: Google Drive.
  2. Extract Text Data
    • Extracted from the document with clear boundary lines marking different sections for meaningful chunking.
  3. Divide Document into Sections
    • Use a code node in n8n to create structured chunks ensuring context retention.
  4. Loop Through Each Chunk
    • Use a loop node in n8n.
  5. Generate Contextual Information
    • Use an agent node.
    • Reference entire document to maintain context.
    • Model: OpenAI's GPT 4.0 mini via Open Router.
  6. Create Embeddings for Storage
    • Vector Store: Pinecone.
    • Text to Vector Conversion: Google's Gemini I Text Embedding model (oak4).
    • Recursive Text Splitter: Set large chunk size, minimal effect.

Conclusion

  • Outcome: With context-enriched chunks and optimized retrieval, the system is now more accurate and efficient.
  • Call to Action: Try out the setup; workflow link provided in the description.

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Note: See video description for a workflow link.