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# [How I Developed a Custom RAG Instead of Using LangChain](https://genai-rag.hashnode.dev/vanilla-rag?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Introduction If you're reading this, you probably know what LangChain is, right? We all recognize it's a great tool for creating RAG pipelines and multi-AI agents. However, after working on multiple projects using LangChain and LangGraphs, I realized...

Jul 18, 2025 · 12 min read · genai-rag.hashnode.dev  
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[Rishee Panchal](https://hashnode.com/@rushedcomet)

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Learning AI by building, breaking, and learning again.

I’m a computer science student exploring AI and machine learning through hands-on projects and critical thinking. My work spans from experimenting with LLMs and transformers to building practical AI tools. I believe in learning by doing, questioning assumptions, and sharing insights along the way.

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