[Audio] Good afternoon everyone. I'm Dr. Zadok Hakim and I have the pleasure to welcome you to Fundamental of Data Science. This course takes a practical approach to introducing the basic principles of data science. We will begin by exploring the concept of data science, understanding how it fits into the wider field of analytics, and exploring the implications of data science in the real world. We will also examine key data collection techniques, interpret and analyze data, and learn about best practices for data visualization. Finally, we will explore the ethical implications of data science and how to ensure we are conducting our work with integrity. I'm looking forward to an engaging and exciting semester..
[Audio] I am Dr. Zadok Hakim and I will be your professor for this 8 week course, MSDS 530 - Fundamentals of Data Science. We will cover a broad range of topics to gain an understanding of data collection, data cleansing and making informed decisions based on the data we gather. It is essential that you take the time to go through the course syllabus to become familiar with the structure and expectations of this class. I encourage you to read the Course Policy, APA guidelines, Course Participation and detailed course schedule sections thoroughly. I do want to make a special reference to the importance of the assignment deadlines. All due dates must be respected and late submissions will not be accepted. Especially during Week 8, when time will be shorter, make sure you are following the instructions carefully when submitting your assignments. My job is to provide any support I can to ensure your success in MSDS 530. Should you have any questions or concerns, please get in touch with me. Let's make the most of this 8 weeks together and have a great course..