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Python for Data Science and AI_ Program Outline

The 3-month program focuses on teaching Python for Data Science and AI, starting from foundational concepts to advanced techniques, including hands-on projects. Participants will engage in live sessions, assignments, and mentorship to build a strong portfolio and gain practical skills. The curriculum covers various topics, including data manipulation, machine learning, deep learning, and specialized AI applications, culminating in capstone projects and career guidance.

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Python for Data Science and AI_ Program Outline

The 3-month program focuses on teaching Python for Data Science and AI, starting from foundational concepts to advanced techniques, including hands-on projects. Participants will engage in live sessions, assignments, and mentorship to build a strong portfolio and gain practical skills. The curriculum covers various topics, including data manipulation, machine learning, deep learning, and specialized AI applications, culminating in capstone projects and career guidance.

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Python for Data Science and AI: 3-Month Program Outline

Program Overview

This 3-month program is designed to provide a comprehensive, in-depth learning experience in Python for
Data Science and AI. Participants will progress from foundational concepts to advanced techniques,
culminating in real-world capstone projects that demonstrate their newly acquired skills. The program
combines interactive live sessions, hands-on assignments, and personalized mentorship to ensure thorough
understanding and practical application.

Program Goals

● Master Python programming for data science applications.


● Build proficiency in data manipulation, visualization, machine learning, and AI.
● Develop a strong portfolio through real-world capstone projects.
● Gain practical experience and problem-solving skills for industry readiness.

Structure
Duration: 12 Weeks
Mode: Virtual (Live sessions + Recorded resources)
Time Commitment: 5–10 hours/week
Components: Live instruction, hands-on assignments, capstone project, and mentorship

Week 1: Python Foundations for Data Science

● Python syntax and constructs


● Data structures: Lists, Tuples, Sets, Dictionaries, and their performance considerations
● Control flow: Conditional statements and loop optimizations
● Writing modular code: Functions, modules, and package creation
● Error handling and debugging

Week 2: Environment Management and Package Ecosystem

● Virtual environments: Best practices with venv and conda


● Dependency management and environment reproducibility
● Package management: pip, poetry, and conda-forge
● Jupyter Notebook extensions and interactive dashboards
● Introduction to integrated development environments (IDEs) with configurations

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Week 3: Data Manipulation and Analysis

● Data manipulation with Pandas


● Pandas functionalities: MultiIndex, groupby operations, time series handling
● Efficient data processing with Dask for large datasets
● Data cleaning and imputation techniques
● Data merging and reshaping for complex analyses

Week 4: Data Visualization Techniques

● Matplotlib and Seaborn for data visualizations


● Interactive visualizations with Plotly and Bokeh
● Customizing plots for publication quality
● Best practices in visual data storytelling
● Saving, exporting, and integrating visualizations into reports and dashboards

Week 5: Statistical Methods in Data Science

● Descriptive statistics: Measures of central tendency, dispersion, and distribution analysis


● Inferential statistics: Hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, and p-values
● Correlation and Regression analysis: Linear and non-linear models
● Statistical significance and its implications in machine learning
● Topics in probability and distributions

Week 6: Mathematical Foundations for AI

● Linear algebra: Eigenvalues, eigenvectors, SVD


● Calculus: Partial derivatives, Jacobian and Hessian matrices, and their role in optimization
● Probability theory: Bayes theorem, Markov chains
● Statistical methods for high-dimensional data
● Introduction to optimization techniques for machine learning

Week 7: Machine Learning Algorithms

● Supervised learning: Regression models, decision trees, ensemble methods


● Unsupervised learning: Clustering techniques (K-Means, DBSCAN), PCA, t-SNE
● Model evaluation and selection: Cross-validation, grid search, and hyperparameter tuning
● Bias-variance trade-off and model interpretability
● Scikit-Learn functionalities for complex pipelines

Week 8: Deep Learning and Neural Networks

● Deep learning fundamentals: Neural network architecture, forward and backward propagation
● Neural network concepts: Dropout, Batch Normalization
● Keras and TensorFlow: Building and training neural networks
● Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) for image processing
● Regularization techniques to prevent overfitting

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Week 9: Specialized AI Topics

● Computer Vision: Techniques and applications


● Speech Recognition: Deep learning models for speech-to-text conversion
● Expert Systems: Knowledge representation, inference engines
● Robotics: AI-driven automation and control systems
● Ethics and AI: Responsible use, bias, and fairness in AI systems

Weeks 10-11: Capstone Projects

● Project proposal, scoping, and approval


● Iterative development and peer review
● Model deployment techniques
● Utilizing cloud services for scalability (AWS, GCP, Azure)
● Continuous integration and monitoring of AI models

Week 12: Final Presentations and Program Conclusion

● Capstone project presentations with expert panel feedback


● Comprehensive program review and resources for further learning
● Career guidance and industry connections

Key Features
Comprehensive Curriculum: Covering foundational to advanced topics in Python, Data Science, and AI.
Real-World Capstone Project: Solve industry-relevant problems to build a strong portfolio.
One-on-One Mentorship: Personalized guidance from experienced instructors.
Interactive Learning: Live sessions, hands-on tasks, and collaborative group activities.
Certification: Earn a certificate upon successful completion to validate your skills.

Target Audience

● Beginners with no prior experience in Python or Data Science.


● Professionals looking to transition into the field of Data Science and AI.
● Intermediate learners seeking to deepen their expertise and build a portfolio.

Instructors
Wesley Kambale, AI/ML engineer

Arthur Kakande, Data scientist

Linda Nalweyiso, Data scientist

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Empowering the next generation of innovators in Uganda through practical learning and AI systems development

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