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What is tensor aliasing and why is it dangerous?
Updated May 17, 2026
Short answer
Tensor aliasing occurs when multiple tensors share the same memory.
Deep explanation
Operations like view, reshape, and slice can create aliases. Modifying one tensor may affect others, leading to unexpected behavior or autograd inconsistencies.
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