Haruta Watanabe

Return to CS Fundamentals and Pursuit of Model Accuracy

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Return to CS Fundamentals and Pursuit of Model Accuracy

Hello, this is Haruta Watanabe.

The 10th week of my studies to become a data scientist has concluded. Starting this week, I have newly begun taking CS50x (Harvard University’s Introduction to Computer Science). Balancing this with the Matsuo Lab (GCI) lectures was tough, but it became a very dense and meaningful learning period.

Week 10 Reflection

The highlights of this week are the following two points:

  1. Learning Hyperparameter Tuning
    • I learned parameter adjustment techniques to maximize model prediction accuracy to the limit, improving my practical analysis skills.
  2. Systematizing CS Fundamentals with CS50x
    • I have started learning Computer Science in earnest. The process of having concepts I previously grasped as a “feeling” through my development experience now being “verbalized and systematized” as theory is very interesting, and I am progressing with a deep sense of understanding.

Week 11 Goals

In week 11, I will proceed with both deepening my foundation and working on practical assignments.

  1. Strengthening Algorithms and CS Fundamentals
    • Through CS50x, I will solidify my knowledge of algorithms and computer science, which are the roots of programming.
  2. Working on the GCI Final Project
    • Toward the completion of the Matsuo Lab (GCI) course, I will secure ample time to work on the final assignment and start creating the deliverables.

Going Forward

I will continue to post a summary of my previous week’s reflection and my goals for the current week every Monday.

Thank you for your continued support.