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title: "Value-function loss mathematical notation"
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# Value-function loss mathematical notation

Value-function loss is a recurring research-paper notation family. Fits a parameterized value function to return or bootstrapped targets, usually with a…

## Public overview

Value-function loss is a recurring research-paper notation family. Fits a parameterized value function to return or bootstrapped targets, usually with a squared regression error.

Value-function loss: Fits a parameterized value function to return or bootstrapped targets, usually with a squared regression error. Example: Train the critic to match its chosen return target.

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