Students gain foundational skills in data analytics, machine learning, and Python programming, culminating in a final project applying these skills to a domain of their own interest.
The UC Berkeley BeSMART program offers high school students a two-week residential experience focused on machine learning and data-driven research. Participants gain foundational skills in data analytics, machine learning, and Python programming through a combination of morning lectures and afternoon lab sessions. Students work hands-on with real datasets and apply their acquired skills to a final project on a topic of their own interest, such as wildfire prediction, machine learning-based agriculture management, or developing efficient large language models. The curriculum progresses from Python fundamentals to working with datasets in Pandas, applying machine learning methods, and exploring advanced topics like large language models and agentic coding. The program also includes guest lectures from industry professionals and visits to Silicon Valley companies, providing insights into real-world applications of AI and machine learning.
Each day consists of morning lectures followed by afternoon lab sessions, where students work hands-on with real datasets.
The program is designed for high school students aged 15-17 who are interested in exploring the algorithms and data-driven methods behind AI, with no prior computer science or programming coursework required.
UC Berkeley (Berkeley, CA)
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