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vlm-pretraining

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products_and_commercial_imagery	product_photography	low	Christmas toys sit on a table among winter decorations. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the product photography group, which sits inside the broader category of products and commercial imagery.
text_and_documents	screenshots	low	The image shows Earth Day apps for kids. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the screenshots group, which sits inside the broader category of text and documents.
objects_and_everyday_items	collectibles	low	<\|image\|> A cute cartoon gnome looks upward beneath an oversized hat. This subject fits within the collectibles group, which sits inside the broader category of objects and everyday items.
objects_and_everyday_items	household_items	low	The image shows an electric socket and plug with a Christmas ribbon. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the household items group, which sits inside the broader category of objects and everyday items.
objects_and_everyday_items	household_items	low	The image shows a shiny black chrome letter U. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the household items group, which sits inside the broader category of objects and everyday items.
objects_and_everyday_items	clothing_and_accessories	low	<\|image\|> The image shows the row ankle wrap sandal in black. This subject fits within the clothing and accessories group, which sits inside the broader category of objects and everyday items.
food_and_beverages	beverages	low	The image shows a round sticker that has a cartoon person holding a bottle in it. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the beverages group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
nature_and_environment	flowers_and_plants	low	An orange butterfly rests on a purple thistle flower against a blurred background. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the flowers and plants group, which sits inside the broader category of nature and environment.
objects_and_everyday_items	toys_and_games	low	<\|image\|> The image shows 5 fun summer crafts for kids to make. This subject fits within the toys and games group, which sits inside the broader category of objects and everyday items.
animals_and_wildlife	birds	low	A hummingbird hovers above a yellow flower. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the birds group, which sits inside the broader category of animals and wildlife.
people_and_human_activities	clothing_and_fashion	low	An older woman in leathers and a tan jacket, standing on a yellow lines background. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the clothing and fashion group, which sits inside the broader category of people and human activities.
products_and_commercial_imagery	clothing_advertisements	low	<\|image\|> The image shows Halloween costume design for medical biologist slim fit t shirt. This subject fits within the clothing advertisements group, which sits inside the broader category of products and commercial imagery.
food_and_beverages	desserts_and_baked_goods	low	The image shows a chocolate brownie slice cut into half on parchment. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the desserts and baked goods group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
food_and_beverages	snacks	low	The image shows a pattern with gold crowns and dots. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the snacks group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
art_design_and_illustrations	3d_renders	low	<\|image\|> The image shows Two chinese blue enamel flower earrings on gold sticks. This subject fits within the 3d renders group, which sits inside the broader category of art design and illustrations.
objects_and_everyday_items	household_items	low	The image shows Illustration with baby carriage on the lace background. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the household items group, which sits inside the broader category of objects and everyday items.
food_and_beverages	desserts_and_baked_goods	low	The image shows a plate of white chocolate cookie cookies. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the desserts and baked goods group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
art_design_and_illustrations	logos_and_branding	low	<\|image\|> The image shows the grim knight fight logo sticker. This subject fits within the logos and branding group, which sits inside the broader category of art design and illustrations.
food_and_beverages	food_preparation	low	Two hands holding up an upward hand with raised index finger up royalty illustration isolated on white background. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the food preparation group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
food_and_beverages	desserts_and_baked_goods	low	A white cake covered in coconut cream and banana pudding. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the desserts and baked goods group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
food_and_beverages	desserts_and_baked_goods	low	<\|image\|> The image shows Three individual chocolate puddings in a white bowl, topped with whipped cream. This subject fits within the desserts and baked goods group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
text_and_documents	infographics	low	The image shows Letter logo design template. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the infographics group, which sits inside the broader category of text and documents.
buildings_and_architecture	religious_buildings	low	The image shows a converted barn with a modern, contemporary, farm style look. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the religious buildings group, which sits inside the broader category of buildings and architecture.
food_and_beverages	snacks	low	<\|image\|> The image shows a star icon. This subject fits within the snacks group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
food_and_beverages	restaurant_settings	low	The image shows Indian ru sign golden coin icon. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the restaurant settings group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
animals_and_wildlife	animal_behavior	low	The image shows Two black bear footprints in the sand. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the animal behavior group, which sits inside the broader category of animals and wildlife.
art_design_and_illustrations	digital_illustrations	low	<\|image\|> The image shows Skull and triangle with autral sign poster. This subject fits within the digital illustrations group, which sits inside the broader category of art design and illustrations.
events_culture_and_history	religious_ceremonies	low	The image shows a card with the jewish text a gift for your bar mitzvah in handwriting and a pattern of colored. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the religious ceremonies group, which sits inside the broader category of events culture and history.
text_and_documents	diagrams	low	The image shows Two watercolor bottles, paintbrushs and brushes simple vector icon illustration on white background layers royalty free illustration. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the diagrams group, which sits inside the broader category of text and documents.
events_culture_and_history	cultural_traditions	low	<\|image\|> The image shows a beautiful satin finish looping flag animation. This subject fits within the cultural traditions group, which sits inside the broader category of events culture and history.
animals_and_wildlife	birds	low	The image shows a bird on a dirt field in the middle of winter. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the birds group, which sits inside the broader category of animals and wildlife.
food_and_beverages	beverages	low	The image shows Three glasses of raspberry sorbet with some scooped and garnished with raspberries. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the beverages group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
animals_and_wildlife	insects_and_arachnids	low	<\|image\|> A dragon fly sitting on a wall in the street. This subject fits within the insects and arachnids group, which sits inside the broader category of animals and wildlife.
nature_and_environment	forests_and_trees	low	The image shows Merry Christmas card with forest trees and text. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the forests and trees group, which sits inside the broader category of nature and environment.
text_and_documents	screenshots	low	The image shows Golden gate bridge postcard. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the screenshots group, which sits inside the broader category of text and documents.
animals_and_wildlife	reptiles_and_amphibians	low	<\|image\|> A frog sitting in the river illustration of a frog sitting in the river on a white background royalty illustration. This subject fits within the reptiles and amphibians group, which sits inside the broader category of animals and wildlife.
food_and_beverages	desserts_and_baked_goods	low	The image shows a stack of three oatmeal raisin cookies in a blue bowl on a cooling rack. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the desserts and baked goods group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
animals_and_wildlife	reptiles_and_amphibians	low	The image shows a baby turtle inside a bucket filled with water. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the reptiles and amphibians group, which sits inside the broader category of animals and wildlife.
buildings_and_architecture	interior_spaces	low	<\|image\|> The 4x4 hardwood texture pack contains a 3d rendered wood texture and various different sizes of tiles. This subject fits within the interior spaces group, which sits inside the broader category of buildings and architecture.
objects_and_everyday_items	household_items	low	The image shows a tall candle stick on a white background. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the household items group, which sits inside the broader category of objects and everyday items.
products_and_commercial_imagery	product_photography	low	The image shows Person, miniature tabby cat art doll, handmade original, one of a kind kitten by artist person. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the product photography group, which sits inside the broader category of products and commercial imagery.
art_design_and_illustrations	digital_illustrations	low	<\|image\|> The image shows the incredible hulk wallpaper. This subject fits within the digital illustrations group, which sits inside the broader category of art design and illustrations.
art_design_and_illustrations	typography	low	The image shows Spiderman quote that says, there's so much blood acrylic block. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the typography group, which sits inside the broader category of art design and illustrations.
vehicles_and_transportation	cars	low	The image shows the silver porsche 911s from the side, with motion blur effect. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the cars group, which sits inside the broader category of vehicles and transportation.
food_and_beverages	food_preparation	low	<\|image\|> Man holding a stack of freshly baked flour tortilla. This subject fits within the food preparation group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
objects_and_everyday_items	jewelry	low	The image shows Close up of a silver metal carving. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the jewelry group, which sits inside the broader category of objects and everyday items.
objects_and_everyday_items	household_items	low	The image shows a beautiful vase icon image isolated on white background, for design and logo illustration. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the household items group, which sits inside the broader category of objects and everyday items.
food_and_beverages	food_preparation	low	<\|image\|> The image shows a large serving dish of taco dip and a wooden spoon on the side. This subject fits within the food preparation group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
food_and_beverages	snacks	low	The image shows a hand dipping salsa sauce into a bowl of tortilla chips. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the snacks group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
products_and_commercial_imagery	brand_imagery	low	The image shows a message card with a silver love tree charm on a pink cord. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the brand imagery group, which sits inside the broader category of products and commercial imagery.
animals_and_wildlife	animal_behavior	low	<\|image\|> The image shows the lion king cartoon, leo lion transparent background png clipart. This subject fits within the animal behavior group, which sits inside the broader category of animals and wildlife.
nature_and_environment	weather_and_atmospheric_conditions	low	The image shows Winter snow background with falling snow, stars and bokeh in the center a picture of winter snow background. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the weather and atmospheric conditions group, which sits inside the broader category of nature and environment.
products_and_commercial_imagery	product_packaging	low	The image shows a black and white candle with yellow gold leaf patterns. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the product packaging group, which sits inside the broader category of products and commercial imagery.
food_and_beverages	snacks	low	<\|image\|> The image shows a bowl with a cup of liquid next to the bowl of bread croutons. This subject fits within the snacks group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
people_and_human_activities	individuals_and_portraits	low	The image shows Man at the hairdresser salon in barber shop. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the individuals and portraits group, which sits inside the broader category of people and human activities.
products_and_commercial_imagery	clothing_advertisements	low	The image shows a Star Wars shirt with a message, ` ` may the boogie be with you '. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the clothing advertisements group, which sits inside the broader category of products and commercial imagery.
food_and_beverages	desserts_and_baked_goods	low	<\|image\|> The image shows Different ingredients for chocolate eggs. This subject fits within the desserts and baked goods group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
products_and_commercial_imagery	stock_photography	low	The image shows the happy diwaling with blue candle on a dark background. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the stock photography group, which sits inside the broader category of products and commercial imagery.
text_and_documents	infographics	low	The image shows a businessman happy in the clouds royalty illustration. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the infographics group, which sits inside the broader category of text and documents.
objects_and_everyday_items	household_items	low	<\|image\|> A chinese red and gold scroll sign hanging from a wall. This subject fits within the household items group, which sits inside the broader category of objects and everyday items.
products_and_commercial_imagery	brand_imagery	low	The image shows Cantaloupe cartoon santa mascot mascot in Christmas attire an illustration of a cantaloupe cartoon mascot. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the brand imagery group, which sits inside the broader category of products and commercial imagery.
products_and_commercial_imagery	brand_imagery	low	A cartoon bird on nest wearing santa hat a creative illustrated sticker of a cartoon bird wearing santa hat royalty. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the brand imagery group, which sits inside the broader category of products and commercial imagery.
food_and_beverages	fruits_and_vegetables	low	<\|image\|> The image shows Small basil plant in a pot. This subject fits within the fruits and vegetables group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
animals_and_wildlife	birds	low	An orange bird standing on a patch of grass. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the birds group, which sits inside the broader category of animals and wildlife.
animals_and_wildlife	reptiles_and_amphibians	low	The image shows a cartoon dinosaurs pattern orange a computer generated image of a small cartoon dinosaurs seamless pattern royalty illustration royalty illustrator. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the reptiles and amphibians group, which sits inside the broader category of animals and wildlife.
text_and_documents	signs_and_labels	low	<\|image\|> A cartoon water drop and speech bubble sticker an original creative illustrated cartoon water drop and speech bubble sticker. This subject fits within the signs and labels group, which sits inside the broader category of text and documents.
objects_and_everyday_items	household_items	low	The image shows an old oak stump isolated on a white background. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the household items group, which sits inside the broader category of objects and everyday items.
food_and_beverages	meals_and_dishes	low	The image shows a cute bird and tree shape plate with a spoon and spoon rest. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the meals and dishes group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
buildings_and_architecture	historical_structures	low	<\|image\|> An old red brick chimney is set against the blue sky. This subject fits within the historical structures group, which sits inside the broader category of buildings and architecture.
food_and_beverages	food_preparation	low	A person holding a small bonsail in their hand. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the food preparation group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
people_and_human_activities	sports_and_physical_activities	low	The image shows Tennis player reacts to his broken racquet after playing a match on day. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the sports and physical activities group, which sits inside the broader category of people and human activities.
objects_and_everyday_items	tools_and_equipment	low	<\|image\|> The image shows a yellow cub cadet zero turn mower on a white background. This subject fits within the tools and equipment group, which sits inside the broader category of objects and everyday items.
products_and_commercial_imagery	clothing_advertisements	low	The image shows the gym shorts with contrast stripe and pockets. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the clothing advertisements group, which sits inside the broader category of products and commercial imagery.
people_and_human_activities	clothing_and_fashion	low	The best sister in a world is an person's maternity t shirt white. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the clothing and fashion group, which sits inside the broader category of people and human activities.
products_and_commercial_imagery	stock_photography	low	<\|image\|> The image shows Blue liquid pouring into a glass beaker on white. This subject fits within the stock photography group, which sits inside the broader category of products and commercial imagery.
text_and_documents	signs_and_labels	low	The image shows the word news on a black cement surface. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the signs and labels group, which sits inside the broader category of text and documents.
buildings_and_architecture	religious_buildings	low	The image shows the cupola of a tower on top of a house in the suburbs of barcelona, spain. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the religious buildings group, which sits inside the broader category of buildings and architecture.
objects_and_everyday_items	household_items	low	<\|image\|> Coastal decor including a wooden ladder, rope, and anchor print tote bag. This subject fits within the household items group, which sits inside the broader category of objects and everyday items.
animals_and_wildlife	pets	low	The image shows a dog logo. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the pets group, which sits inside the broader category of animals and wildlife.
nature_and_environment	flowers_and_plants	low	The image shows the beautiful, open seedless, waxy, green pod on a magnolia tree. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the flowers and plants group, which sits inside the broader category of nature and environment.
buildings_and_architecture	historical_structures	low	<\|image\|> The image shows Leaning tower on the sky illustration of a picture of leaning tower on the sky royalty illustration. This subject fits within the historical structures group, which sits inside the broader category of buildings and architecture.
vehicles_and_transportation	aircraft	low	A hiker makes his way up the mountainside to the summit of the columbia falls. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the aircraft group, which sits inside the broader category of vehicles and transportation.
food_and_beverages	snacks	low	The image shows 3 squares of chocolate, each with a square of rice krispy. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the snacks group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
food_and_beverages	desserts_and_baked_goods	low	<\|image\|> The image shows Apple turnover on a wooden cutting board, a knife slicing through. This subject fits within the desserts and baked goods group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
events_culture_and_history	historical_events	low	A desktop calendar showing the date of october. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the historical events group, which sits inside the broader category of events culture and history.
products_and_commercial_imagery	stock_photography	low	The image shows Happy birthday sign and present. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the stock photography group, which sits inside the broader category of products and commercial imagery.
products_and_commercial_imagery	stock_photography	low	<\|image\|> A skier is jumping high during the ski jumping competition of the fise biathlon world championships in st moritz. This subject fits within the stock photography group, which sits inside the broader category of products and commercial imagery.
objects_and_everyday_items	household_items	low	The image shows White ornamental winter elements on a beige background. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the household items group, which sits inside the broader category of objects and everyday items.
animals_and_wildlife	pets	low	The image shows a kitten peeks through the fabric with its paw on a pillow. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the pets group, which sits inside the broader category of animals and wildlife.
food_and_beverages	food_preparation	low	<\|image\|> The image shows a white bowl filled with potato soup, topped with a spoon. This subject fits within the food preparation group, which sits inside the broader category of food and beverages.
art_design_and_illustrations	logos_and_branding	low	The image shows the baltimore orioles logo in orange. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the logos and branding group, which sits inside the broader category of art design and illustrations.
nature_and_environment	weather_and_atmospheric_conditions	low	The image shows Cute baby sleeping on cloud with angel icon. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the weather and atmospheric conditions group, which sits inside the broader category of nature and environment.
animals_and_wildlife	birds	low	<\|image\|> The image shows an eagle landing on a log in the water. This subject fits within the birds group, which sits inside the broader category of animals and wildlife.
animals_and_wildlife	pets	low	The image shows Baseball player and his dog pose for the camera at batting practice. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the pets group, which sits inside the broader category of animals and wildlife.
buildings_and_architecture	urban_environments	low	The image shows the shard and london underground sign and the shard tower, london, uk. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the urban environments group, which sits inside the broader category of buildings and architecture.
products_and_commercial_imagery	brand_imagery	low	<\|image\|> The image shows 4 vector flat tags with price signs. This subject fits within the brand imagery group, which sits inside the broader category of products and commercial imagery.
products_and_commercial_imagery	stock_photography	low	The image shows Balloons and party accessories on pink background flat lay view. In this scene, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the stock photography group, which sits inside the broader category of products and commercial imagery.
animals_and_wildlife	pets	low	The image shows the secret life of pets movie poster. For context, <\|image\|> the subject fits within the pets group, which sits inside the broader category of animals and wildlife.
products_and_commercial_imagery	promotional_graphics	low	<\|image\|> The image shows the center for business signage and display banner stand. This subject fits within the promotional graphics group, which sits inside the broader category of products and commercial imagery.

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VLM Pretraining

A collection of image-text training data for visual language model development.

CrowdMind/vlm-pretraining is a multimodal dataset designed to support the development and pretraining of Vision Language Models (VLMs).

The dataset contains images paired with descriptive text, providing examples that help models learn associations between visual information and natural language.

Built from CrowdMind/new-low, this collection focuses on relatively low visual complexity. Assistant-generated captions have been cleaned and transformed into descriptive text paragraphs with additional category context.

The result is a structured image-text resource suitable for experiments in multimodal representation learning, visual grounding, and image understanding.

Dataset Overview

Property	Description
Dataset	CrowdMind/vlm-pretraining
Organization	CrowdMind
Modality	Image + Text
Format	Parquet
Total size	Approximately 5.1 GB
Training shards	56
Source dataset	CrowdMind/new-low
Primary purpose	VLM pretraining
Image token	`<\|image\|>`

Dataset Contents

Each example combines visual information with a descriptive text paragraph.

The dataset retains the following information:

Image: The visual input associated with the example.
Category: Category information providing additional context.
Text: Cleaned descriptive caption text derived from assistant-generated descriptions.

The original messages column has been removed. Instead, captions are represented as descriptive paragraphs.

Image Token Placement

An important characteristic of this dataset is the varied positioning of the <|image|> modality token within the descriptive text.

This provides examples where image references appear in different positions rather than following one rigid text template.

This structure can be useful when experimenting with multimodal sequence formatting and image-text integration.

Intended Uses

This dataset is intended for research and experimentation involving:

Vision Language Model pretraining.
Image-text alignment.
Visual representation learning.
Image caption understanding and generation.
Visual grounding.
Multimodal transformer architectures.
Image-conditioned language modeling.
Experiments with multimodal token placement.

Recommended Applications

1. VLM Pretraining

Use image-text pairs to train a model to associate visual representations with natural-language descriptions.

2. Multimodal Architecture Experiments

Explore different ways of integrating image embeddings and text tokens into a shared transformer sequence.

3. Visual Grounding

Investigate how models learn relationships between visual content and descriptive language.

4. Training Pipeline Development

Use the dataset to test image loading, multimodal batching, sequence packing, tokenization, and preprocessing pipelines.

Dataset Structure

The repository contains 56 Parquet training shards.

vlm-pretraining/
├── README.md
└── data/
    ├── train-00000-of-00056.parquet
    ├── train-00001-of-00056.parquet
    ├── train-00002-of-00056.parquet
    ├── ...
    └── train-00055-of-00056.parquet

All shards belong to the training collection.

Data Processing

The dataset is derived from CrowdMind/new-low.

The preparation process includes:

Starting with the source image-text collection.
Using descriptive assistant captions.
Cleaning captions into readable descriptive paragraphs.
Adding category context to the descriptions.
Retaining image and category information.
Removing the original messages column.
Preserving varied placement of the image modality token.
Exporting the resulting collection into Parquet shards.

Limitations

Users should consider the following when working with this dataset:

The collection focuses on relatively low visual complexity and should not be treated as a complete representation of real-world visual diversity.
Descriptive captions may contain inaccuracies or omit details present in the original images.
Category context may influence the descriptions and introduce category-related biases.
The dataset is intended for pretraining experiments, not as a standalone benchmark for evaluating general visual intelligence.
Additional filtering, deduplication, and quality assessment may be appropriate for particular training objectives.

Licensing and Attribution

This dataset is derived from:

CrowdMind/new-low

Users should review the source dataset's licensing terms and the licenses applicable to the underlying images before using this collection.

The availability of this dataset does not automatically grant additional rights to the underlying images.

Citation

If you use this dataset in your research or training experiments, please cite:

@misc{crowdmind_vlm_pretraining,
  author       = {CrowdMind},
  title        = {VLM Pretraining},
  year         = {2026},
  howpublished = {\url{https://huggingface.co/datasets/CrowdMind/vlm-pretraining}}
}

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Acknowledgments

Created and maintained by CrowdMind.

The goal of this collection is to make useful multimodal training resources more accessible to researchers and developers experimenting with open Vision Language Models.

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