when a standard loss does not fit the problem requirements
Custom Loss Function AI Prompt
This prompt builds a custom PyTorch loss function that is differentiable, numerically stable, and testable. It includes unit tests, gradient checks, reduction modes, and edge-case handling so the loss can be trusted in real training workloads.
Implement a custom loss function for this problem with full PyTorch autograd compatibility.
Problem: {{problem_description}}
Loss requirements: {{loss_requirements}}
1. Implementation requirements:
- Subclass torch.nn.Module or implement as a function
- Fully differentiable — use only PyTorch tensor operations, no NumPy inside forward()
- Support batched inputs of arbitrary batch size
- Handle edge cases: empty batches, all-same-class batches, NaN/Inf inputs
2. For composite losses (combining multiple terms):
- Implement each term as a separate method for testability
- Use learnable or fixed weighting between terms
- Log each term's contribution separately during training
3. Numerical stability:
- Use log-sum-exp trick for log probabilities
- Apply clipping to prevent log(0) or division by zero
- Test with fp16 — ensure no overflow with half precision
4. Testing the loss:
- Unit test: verify loss = 0 for perfect predictions
- Unit test: verify loss > 0 for wrong predictions
- Gradient check: torch.autograd.gradcheck to verify analytical gradients match numerical approximation
- Verify loss is lower for better predictions (sanity check)
5. Reduction modes: support 'mean', 'sum', and 'none' as in standard PyTorch losses
Return: loss implementation, unit tests, gradient check, and integration example in a training loop.When to use this prompt
when implementing composite or problem-specific objectives in PyTorch
when autograd compatibility and numerical stability are critical
when you need tests and gradcheck before using a custom loss in production
What the AI should return
Custom loss implementation, supporting tests, gradient checks, reduction mode support, and an example of integration into training.
How to use this prompt
Open your data context
Load your dataset, notebook, or working environment so the AI can operate on the actual project context.
Copy the prompt text
Use the copy button above and paste the prompt into the AI assistant or prompt input area.
Review the output critically
Check whether the result matches your data, assumptions, and desired format before moving on.
Chain into the next prompt
Once you have the first result, continue deeper with related prompts in Training Pipelines.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Custom Loss Function prompt do?+
It gives you a structured training pipelines starting point for ml engineer work and helps you move faster without starting from a blank page.
Who is this prompt for?+
It is designed for ml engineer workflows and marked as advanced, so it works well as a guided starting point for that level of experience.
What type of prompt is this?+
Custom Loss Function is a single prompt. You can copy it as-is, adapt it, or use it as one step inside a larger workflow.
Can I use this outside MLJAR Studio?+
Yes. The prompt text works in other AI tools too, but MLJAR Studio is the best fit when you want local execution, visible Python code, and reusable notebooks.
What should I open next?+
Natural next steps from here are Dataset Pipeline Builder, Distributed Training Setup, Experiment Tracking Setup.