Predicting outcomes accurately is one of the most fascinating and crucial aspects of data science. While taking the Data Science Principles course at Harvard Business School Online, I came across an eye-opening example that truly illustrated the power of predictions and recommendations—the study on sepsis. This example reinforced just how important well-constructed predictive models are,… Continue reading The Power and Responsibility of Predictions: Lessons from the Sepsis Study
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My Harvard Online Journey: Lessons in Data Science and Discipline
My journey with Harvard Online has been nothing short of transformative. When my company announced scholarship opportunities for the Data Science Principles course, I knew I had to apply. This was the only Harvard course my company offered, and I was fortunate to be selected. The moment I received confirmation that I was granted the… Continue reading My Harvard Online Journey: Lessons in Data Science and Discipline
The Power of a Growth Mindset
The way we think about our abilities and potential can shape the course of our lives. This is where the concept of a growth mindset comes into play. Coined by psychologist Carol Dweck, the term describes the belief that abilities, intelligence, and talents can be developed through effort, learning, and persistence. It’s a simple yet… Continue reading The Power of a Growth Mindset
Mastering Time with the Pomodoro Technique
A few months ago, I found myself constantly overwhelmed. My to-do list grew longer each day, and no matter how hard I worked, I never felt truly productive. Distractions were everywhere—emails, notifications, and even my own wandering thoughts. I needed a way to take control of my time, and that’s when I discovered the Pomodoro… Continue reading Mastering Time with the Pomodoro Technique
My German Learning Journey – Day 11 (Talking About the Future in German)
🔄 Focus for Day 11 🚀 A. Forming the Future Tense in German (Futur I) The German future tense is formed with the conjugated verb werden + the infinitive of the main verb. Formula: Subject + werden (conjugated) + rest of sentence + main verb (infinitive) Examples: Werden – Present Tense Conjugation: Pronoun werden ich… Continue reading My German Learning Journey – Day 11 (Talking About the Future in German)
My German Learning Journey – Day 10 (Mastering Modal Verbs in Context)
🔄 Focus for Day 10 🤔 A. What Are Modal Verbs? Modalverben (modal verbs) are used with another verb in the infinitive form. They change the mode or attitude of the sentence: possibility, obligation, permission, or desire. The Six Most Common Modal Verbs in German German English Use können can, to be able to expressing… Continue reading My German Learning Journey – Day 10 (Mastering Modal Verbs in Context)
My German Learning Journey – Day 9 (German Idioms & Colloquial Phrases)
🌸 Focus for Day 9 💡 Why Idioms Matter Idioms are the heart of any language. If you want to sound fluent and connect with native speakers, learning idioms is a must. They help you: 🔍 A. German Idioms and Their Meanings Idiom Literal Translation Meaning Ich verstehe nur Bahnhof. I only understand train station.… Continue reading My German Learning Journey – Day 9 (German Idioms & Colloquial Phrases)
My German Learning Journey – Day 7 (Talking About the Future in German)
🔮 Focus for Day 7 🧠 How I Studied Today ⏭️ A. German Future Tenses Overview 1. Futur I – Future with werden + Infinitiv Structure Example werden + infinitive (at end) Ich werde morgen arbeiten. (I will work tomorrow.) Subject Werden Verb (Infinitive) Ich werde reisen Du wirst lernen Er/Sie/Es wird leben Wir werden… Continue reading My German Learning Journey – Day 7 (Talking About the Future in German)
My German Learning Journey – Day 5 (Real-Life Situations & Idioms)
🧭 Focus for Day 5 🧠 How I Studied Today 🩺 A. At the Doctor’s (Beim Arzt) 🗣️ Useful Phrases German English Ich habe Schmerzen. I have pain. Mir ist schlecht. I feel sick. Ich habe Fieber/Husten. I have a fever/cough. Seit wann haben Sie das? Since when do you have that? Ich bin allergisch… Continue reading My German Learning Journey – Day 5 (Real-Life Situations & Idioms)
My German Learning Journey – Day 4 (Modal Verbs & Indirect Speech)
🎯 Learning Goal – Day 4 Today’s goal is to understand and practice: 📚 Quick Grammar Overview 1. Modalverben (Modal Verbs) German has six main modal verbs: Verb English Example (Präsens) English dürfen to be allowed to Ich darf gehen. I’m allowed to go. können can / to be able to Ich kann schwimmen. I… Continue reading My German Learning Journey – Day 4 (Modal Verbs & Indirect Speech)
My German Learning Journey – Day 2 (B1 Adjectives, Emotions & Expressions)
Hallo und willkommen zurück! Tag 2 meiner Reise, Deutsch auf B1-Niveau zu lernen, ist da, und heute konzentrieren wir uns auf Adjektive, Emotionen und nützliche Ausdrücke, die helfen, sich genauer und ausdrucksstärker auszudrücken. B1 ist eine spannende Stufe – man beginnt, Nuancen der Sprache zu verstehen, die über das bloße Kommunizieren hinausgehen. Mit Adjektiven und… Continue reading My German Learning Journey – Day 2 (B1 Adjectives, Emotions & Expressions)
My German Learning Journey – Day 1 (B1 Level Vocabulary)
Hallo und herzlich willkommen! This is Day 1 of my journey learning German at the B1 level, and I’m thrilled to share everything I learn along the way. Whether you’re learning German too or just curious, this space will be a daily log filled with vocabulary, phrases, grammar highlights, and real-life usage examples. Today’s focus:… Continue reading My German Learning Journey – Day 1 (B1 Level Vocabulary)
