Artificial Intelligence is the next current big thing, period! No wonder that every website, app, or product is mentioning Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) as the secret ingredient in their recipe for success. At a glance, it looks like everything is becoming fueled by Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning algorithms.
If you’ve been following the news, you’ve probably came across the hot debate between the two bold-faced Silicon Valley names, Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg on whether or not we should be careful of where this is taking us. The thing that no matter on which side you are, no one can deny the fact that this hot trend has already drastically changed the job market and is continuing to make a splash in the hiring world.
That’s not surprising, considering A.I. is influencing all sorts of areas, from web search results to phone security and even our response to climate change. In a recent report, IBM estimated that the number of of positions for data science in the United States will rise to reach 2.7 million by 2020.
Data Science Academy, building the A.I. talent !
We, at IntilaQ, believe in the potential of data science and the importance of creating a generation of data scientists ready to tackle and solve tomorrow’s challenges.
In a Live Q&A session, the team behind the Data Science Academy Training Program answered the question on how it started. The idea came following a survey launched by IntilaQ for insights about the IT industry in Tunisia in attempt to identify the most needed technical skills. Results out, ‘Data Science’ came in first beating other highly-demanded IT-related skills in Tunisia.
Bassem Bouguerra, IntilaQ’s CEO, mentioned that this was not surprising considering that Data Science and Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning techniques are trending world-wide.
A Data Science Traning Program was then put together in order to mold and train the next generation of Tunisian Data Scientists.
Data Science Academy, what is ?
IntilaQ Data Science Academy is an intensive free-of-charge 4 months training program. The program combines both theory and practical knowledge in Data Science-related skills with the goal of creating a junior Data Science profile by the end of the training period.
The program is put together in collaboration with Tunisian-based IT companies partnering with IntilaQ, and is designed to outline and include the needed skills to start a professional career in Data Science.
A typical training day includes a morning session that starts at 9am and last 3 to 4 hours in which participants will learn statistical, machine learning and deep learning methods, optimization and computing. An afternoon session will then offer the chance to apply classroom examples using real data and answering concrete business questions from the perspectives of different industries.
Modules covered by the program include :
Introduction to A.I and Data Science,
Prerequisites to cover the fundamental mathematical concepts (such as Calculus, Linear Algebra, etc.) as well as programming skills,
Data Preparation,
Machine Learning, and
Deep Learning.
There will be a mentor for each module and 2 full time teacher assistants ready to answer the students’ questions.
By the end of the training, students will be working on a final project in which they will get the chance to combine all the knowledge they gained during the program in order to solve real world cases projects using real data.
Details about the program content as well as mentors and partners collaborating to design the course can be found on the official program website: http://intilaqacademy.tn.
Another online MOOC degree ?
IntilaQ Data Science Academy is not an online program. It is an on-campus course and presence is mandatory during the program period taking place from May 21st, 2018 to September 7th, 2018.
The program will take place at LEVEL 1, a coworking space located in Lac 1, Tunis. The aim is to encourage collaborative learning process, interacting with each other and to benefit from the physical presence of mentors and teacher assistants to answer questions and guide students through the program.
Who can apply for IntilaQ Data Science Academy?
When asked about who can apply for this program, IntilaQ’s team mentioned that the ideal profile is someone with a good mathematical background. However, the program is open to anyone who’s interested, to further include IT engineers and developers.
The program is set with the aim to assist those who are still looking for a job as well as those already in position but are aiming for a career shift towards Data Science.
As for concerning current university students; though the program does not exclude them but the timeline might make it impossible for them to participate.
Application process and key dates ?
To apply for the program, a candidate needs to :
1. Fill and submit an application form on the program official website.
2. Take 4 evaluation tests that are to be found on the program’s website. The program provides online material to well prepare for the evaluation tests.
The deadline to complete the two above-mentioned actions is May 2nd, 2018. An initial selection will take place and pre-selected students will be invited for an interview to further demonstrate motivation about joining the program.
Finalists will then be reached out and the program will start on May 21st, 2018.
Further details about the program as well as the application process can be found on the official website : http://intilaqacademy.tn.
C’est avec beaucoup de tristesse qu’on fait nos adieux à une figure majeure de la scène artistique tunisienne, un acteur qui, par son talent superbe, a réussi à faire de son nom une valeur sûre.
Né le 9 décembre 1961 à Tunis, Fethi Haddaoui s’est passionné tôt pour le théâtre. Dès un jeune âge, il a pu rejoindre le théâtre scolaire, participant à des œuvres artistiques et des pièces théâtrales comme la pièce J’ai juré la victoire du soleil. Au fil de sa carrière éducative, il a rejoint l’Institut supérieur d’art dramatique de Tunis et a obtenu son diplôme en 1986.
Sa carrière professionnelle d’acteur s’entame vers la fin des années 1970. Fethi Haddaoui intègre la troupe de théâtre Triangulaire avant de faire partie du Nouveau Théâtre.
Au cinéma, Fethi Haddaoui a participé à 21 longs métrages, trois courts métrages, ainsi qu’à six pièces de théâtre et deux créations radiophoniques. Parmi ces pièces, El Aouada et La Pièce d’Arab, cette dernière ayant connu un succès notable et ayant été adaptée en film par Fadhel Jaïbi.
Les années 1980 furent particulières pour Fethi Haddaoui grâce à ses aventures dans le cinéma international, participant à des œuvres étrangères telles que Le Mystère en 1986, Un bambino di nome Gesù en 1987 et L’Attente en 1988, réalisés par Franco Rossi.
En outre, il a participé à plusieurs réalisations cinématographiques locales comme La Coupe de Mohamed Damak et des films de Férid Boughedir, qui lui ont permis d’affirmer son talent dans des rôles variés.
Au cours des années 2000, Fethi Haddaoui s’est lancé dans la production audiovisuelle et a réalisé des séries et des films documentaires. Il a également joué sur des scènes théâtrales prestigieuses, telles que le Teatro Argentina en 2000 et le Théâtre des Bouffes-du-Nord à Paris en 2003.
Sur le petit écran, il était une figure incontournable, jouant dans des séries et feuilletons à succès, parmi lesquels Layam Kif Errih en 1991, Naouret Lahwa en 2014, ainsi que Sayd Errih, une œuvre marquante dans sa carrière d’acteur.
Sa carrière s’est également enrichie par la gestion administrative et artistique de manifestations publiques, telles que les Journées Théâtrales de Carthage (JTC) en 1993 et les Journées Cinématographiques de Carthage (JCC) en 1995. Il a aussi dirigé le Centre Culturel International de Hammamet entre 2011 et 2014, et présidé le Festival International de la même ville lors des éditions 48 et 49.
Fethi Haddaoui a continué sa brillante carrière d’acteur, interprétant en 2020 le personnage de Dandy dans la série Nouba et celui de Haj Boubaker dans la série Baraa, sans oublier le rôle de Chérif dans Galb El Dhib.
Tout au long de sa carrière, Haddaoui a reçu de nombreuses distinctions, dont le prix du meilleur acteur au Festival de Carthage pour sa performance dans Amour interdit (2000), et une récompense au Festival du Film Arabe d’Oran en 2013 pour son rôle dans Bab El Arch. Ces distinctions témoignent de son talent artistique multidisciplinaire, faisant de lui une icône incontournable ayant marqué des générations.
Il nous a quittés, mais son art continuera toujours à briller. Qu’il repose en paix !
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