The Actuarial and Data Science Society (ADSS) successfully launched Phase 01 of the Data Science 360 program on 29/11/2024 at Science Faculty Auditorium, marking the beginning of an exciting multi-phase learning series designed to introduce students to the world of data science.
Phase 01 served as an introductory session aimed at familiarizing participants with the fundamentals of data science, key tools, and the vast opportunities the field offers. The event attracted students from diverse academic backgrounds, not only limited to the Financial Mathematics and Industrial Statistics stream.
MR. THISURA SENAVIRATHNE
DATA SCIENTIST MAS HOLDINGS
MRS. KAVISHKA GAMAGE
MACHINE LEARNING ENGINEER OCTAVE – JOHN KEELS GROUP
Key takeaways from Phase 01 included:
- An overview of the data science lifecycle and its real-world applications
- Introduction to essential tools like Python, Spark, and SQL
- Insights into career paths in data science, machine learning, and AI
- Motivation and guidance from industry professionals and academic speakers
This session was an important step toward building a strong data-driven community within the university. The enthusiasm and engagement from participants made it clear that the journey of Data Science 360 is off to a promising start.
Stay tuned for the upcoming phases as we dive deeper into hands-on learning, projects, and advanced techniques in data science.
Together, let’s continue shaping a future powered by data, innovation, and collaboration.
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