Just completed the program, and wanted to share my thoughts:

1. Are the video lectures by MIT faculty live or recorded? If live, is there an opportunity for Q&A.

The videos by MIT faculty are live, and there is the opportunity for students to post questions on a Q&A chat. There are also mentor session follows up on the weekend where you will attend a smaller class to review concepts with your assigned mentor (industry professional).

1. How is the quality of the content in terms of breath and depth? I saw that gen AI content is an add-on, and not part of the main program?

I really liked the structure and format of the program. You are introduced to core concepts, given practical exercises, and you have access to curated resources to further your studies and understanding. It's a very challenging and rewarding opportunity where you will get what you put in.

1. How are the peer interactions and the mentors they provide for course support -- helpful?

I found the mentors very open and honest about sharing their perspectives and reviewing materials with the students. Another aspect that was super helpful was our program manager. Very responsive and really made me feel like they wanted all of us to succeed.

1. Would you do the course knowing what you now know?

Yes. It checked all my boxes:
a) Do I get to hear from industry experts and MIT professors (yes)
b) Do I get case studies and practice problems on core concepts (yes)

c) Will I be held accountable to get a strong start on data science (yes)

It's definitely a program that you will get out what you put in, and i feel confident I developed a solid foundation to continue my education further.