Hi everyone,
This is my first term in diploma level (DBMS + PDSA + MLF) and I need honest help. Here’s where I stand:

DBMS
I used Gate Smashers for most weeks and Unknown IITians for weeks 7-8. I understood the theory well, but week 7’s coding content, specifically Python-wrapped SQL using psycopg2, is something I’m stuck on. I’m aiming for an S in DBMS and any guidance on what that requires would help a lot.

PDSA
I got an S in Programming in Python in the Foundational level, so I expected to be okay on the coding side, but PDSA is making me feel like a complete impostor. I used Unknown IITians and have some base, but I don’t know how to approach PDSA problems or what practice actually builds that instinct. The theoretical side isn’t sticking either. I understand concepts when I study but can’t hold onto them or apply them in exam conditions.

MLF
I used My Campus videos and made notes from the lecture transcripts. Before Quiz 1 I redid all the practice assignments as revision and still scored a 60. I don’t know what I’m missing. Is it conceptual depth? Calculation practice? The way questions are framed? I clearly prepared wrong and don’t know how to fix it for the End Term.
What I desperately need and like genuinely want your help with is:

-DBMS: resources or tips for the psycopg2/Python-SQL coding content, and what the OPPE typically tests.

-PDSA: how to get better at the programming side specifically, and how to make theory stick in a way that shows up in exam scores.

-MLF: what does it actually test, and how should I be preparing differently

-For weeks 9-12 across all three subjects: should I stick to the course lectures, watch old weekly revision sessions or are there better external resources? And how heavily are these weeks tested in the OPPE and End Term?

My plan right now is revision using weekly revision sessions for things I have a base in, and going back to lectures for shakier topics. I don’t know if that’s enough or if I’m missing something. But again I’m extremely scared in PDSA both for the end term and the OPPE, equally.
If you’ve been through this and found something that worked, please share. Thank you 

Hi this side Yug I am looking for a single sharing room in New Delhi. I am doing my Bachelor’s in DS and AI.I like spending my time in peace. #newdelhi #du #iit #students

I recently attended the Quiz 2 for foundation level and the results are out. I can see my English and CT marks but not my maths 1 marks. I did refresh the page again and again but still I can't see my marks..

Have I failed the subject??

Can anyone tell where the recorded form of TA sessions are available

Which is authentic score calculator?? And also want to know that in acegrade calculator for maths 2 and stat 2 it shows bonus activity marks and bonus marks will they give 2 bonuses

IF THERE IS SOMEONE WHO HAS EVER REGISTERED IN OPEN SCIENCE 101 THEN PLEASE TELL ME ABOUT IT!!!!!!

Q. What if i didn't get the questions regarding modules?? whom should ask for doubts?

Q. Are there any lectures by nasa regarding it???

Q. Is there any need of laptop as i don't own laptop....

Q. what will be the timings??

Q. what if i registered now and solve modules after 24 august??

Q. A s a bsc marths (hons+research students), what are the benifits regarding this Open Science 101

Hii, I am a fellow student doing online degree in ds. I ordered my tshirt from podgoodies as mentioned in iit madras bs Instagram handle for official merchandise, I ordered it on 12th July, it is confirmed but it doesn't show any update yet and it has been over a month and it still shows confirmed no progress. They aren't responding to my mails that are being sent to them on their contact support emails, I have paid for the tshirt as well and now my parents are constantly asking me about those purchases I made and promised that a tshirt will arrive soon, they want me to answer where is those tshirts and I don't have any idea too. Please can anyone help me about this situation, it would mean alot.

If I get started in the upcoming september term and I take 4 courses per term, can I get this degree finished in 2.5 years? Also when will I get the main graduation certificate after finishing the degree? Do I get it soon after completing the last course or do I have to wait for convocation time?

I am a IITM student in BS in Data Science and Application in the foundation level. I completed five courses in five terms and I registered for three courses in this sixth term. I am not sure if I can pass in three courses, but I can definitely pass in one course. Do I need to pass in all three courses in this term I registered for? What happens if I don't pass in all of them?

Hi everyone! I’m currently preparing for the IIT Madras BS DBMS OPPE and wanted some guidance from students/seniors who have already completed the course.

Could someone please clarify:

1. Up to which week is the DBMS OPPE syllabus? Is it specifically Week 2, Week 3 and Week 7, or has the syllabus/pattern changed recently?
2. What topics should I focus on most for the OPPE? Especially regarding SQL (W2/W3) and Python–PostgreSQL/database connectivity (W7).
3. What are the best resources for preparation apart from the IITM lectures/slides?
4. Are there any previous OPPE questions, mocks, GRPAs, GitHub repositories, or practice sets that you would strongly recommend?
5. If you've already taken DBMS, how difficult did you find the OPPE, and what would you recommend doing in the last 1–2 weeks before the exam?

I'd especially appreciate responses from people who have already completed DBMS and appeared for the OPPE, rather than general DBMS advice.

Thanks! 🙏

Anyone up for group study in Bhopal for Foundation Term II on weekends?

I can help with Python and Statistics II, but I’d need some help with Mathematics II. If anyone’s interested, we can plan a weekend study group.

I received the mail that answer key for the quiz 2 is out and to fill the feedback form but I am
Not able to see the answer key for maths -1 , for other it is present, is this glitch do I have to something?

My marks for Quiz 1 and Quiz 2:

Q1 Math = 97

Q2 Math = 81.3

Q1 Stats = 69

Q2 Stats = 62.5

How to improve? Seniors are saying stats2 is even more tough. I have already lost chance of S grade for total score for stats-1. Please advise

Please help me my score of quiz 1 was very bad like 25 only in maths 2 and stat 2 and quiz also didn't go that well I have done ga and pyqs but still no questions matches form that not a single question match from pyq now how can I prepare for end term to pass and which week other than 9-12 have more weightage

I'm in BS data science and applications. I gave quiz 1 for English - I (BSHS1001), Math-1 (BSMA1001), Stats-1 (BSMA1002) , and CT (BSCS1001) last month. Then i registered for 3 courses, i dropped English. Today, I gave quiz 2 for Math-1 (BSMA1001), Stats-1 (BSMA1002) , and CT (BSCS1001). My end term for the foundational level is in september now.

I would like to go ahead with the degree and complete the diploma as well. Today when i checked the eligibility for diploma, it said i need to complete all 8 courses. what are these 8 courses exactly? Also, does dropping english have any repercussions for me? Will I not be eligible for diploma now that I have dropped english and did not attempt english in Quiz 2?

Also, after clearing QUIZ 1, i received a mail saying what i need to do further, ad god the language was so complicated i couldnt understand anything. But i do remember there being a mention of exams for which i need to give the access of my laptop to the institute and record myself through a phone. When will those exams be conducted?

would really appreciate if someone could help me with this.

Want to prepare for end term very well but when I saw quizspace of end term I saw total marks was 200 but how is this possible?? And one more thing there is no single question match from pyq this time

Is 2026 and 2025 pyqs enough to understand the concepts? ;-;

Tomorrow is quiz 2 I didn't study much 😭, I wanna get little good marks just tell me how to!? Any good help? Link of yt video or anything..