Learn about the fundamentals of data science through a comprehensive lecture that explores key concepts and methodologies. Begin with understanding core motivations and essential background knowledge before diving into practical applications like free-text explanations and gradient-based highlighting techniques. Master advanced topics including pairwise feature influence, concept-based explanations, data influence analysis, and contrastive editing. Conclude with important logistical information that will help structure your learning journey. The lecture systematically builds knowledge from basic principles to complex applications, providing a solid foundation in modern data science practices and analytical techniques.