Really interesting course, make sure you understand all concepts pretty well by going to office hours/watching Youtube videos on the subject, because to do well you need to understand the topics, not just memorize them.

The textbook can be found for free online.

Very interesting course overall with super interesting material. Class was well structured and grading scheme was fair. All the exams were super fair and Patrice was very patient in lectures to answer questions and clear up concepts - even if the questions were as dumb as "what is 1+1". Piazza was also very active and I received responses to questions on there promptly.

Do not fall behind - make sure to ask questions when you have any, and DON'T skip the pre-class quizzes even though they are only 4%! Do a lot of practice on past midterms and finals, and you will do fine!