What must be done to embedding models before importing them into Oracle Database 23ai?

Before importing embedding models into Oracle Database 23ai, it is essential to convert them into ONNX (Open Neural Network Exchange) format if they are not already in that format. ONNX serves as a versatile format that allows different machine learning frameworks to interoperate. By using this standardized model format, Oracle Database can efficiently utilize the embedding models for tasks such as similarity search and other AI applications.

The importance of ONNX lies in its ability to provide compatibility and performance optimization across various platforms and tools. This means that a model developed in one ecosystem can be seamlessly imported and executed within Oracle Database, enabling developers to leverage a broader range of tools and resources in their workflows. Thus, ensuring that the models are in ONNX format is a critical step in the process of integrating AI capabilities with Oracle's database solutions.