Tips needed - 6 month machine learning + algorithms study plan.

Hi guys,

I plan to look for a new job in 6 months time, and am planning a 6 month preparation for it. I need to brush up on my algorithm skills and machine learning knowledge. I plan to dedicate around 2 - 3 hours a day for this, starting tomorrow.

This is my planned list of things to read/watch :

Machine learning : Caltech Machine learning, UBC Undergraduate Machine learning, UBC graduate machine learning, Stanford CS 229.

Algorithms : 6.042 Mathematics for computer science, MIT 6.006, Stanford CS161 from open classroom.

I would like to get some tips from someone who has done something similar. Suggestions on alternative courses, how to stay on track and maintaining a schedule are totally welcome.