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About the Course

Do you want to know why data science has been labeled the sexiest profession of the 21st century? After taking this course, you will be able to answer this question, understand what data science is and what data scientists do, and learn about career paths in the field. The art of uncovering insights and trends in data has been around since ancient times. The ancient Egyptians used census data to increase efficiency in tax collection and accurately predicted the Nile River's flooding every year. Since then, people have continued to use data to derive insights and predict outcomes. Recently, they have carved out a unique and distinct field for the work they do. This field is data science. In today's world, we use Data Science to find patterns in data and make meaningful, data-driven conclusions and predictions. This course is for everyone and teaches concepts like how data scientists use machine learning and deep learning and how companies apply data science in business. You will meet several data scientists, who will share their insights and experiences in data science. By taking this introductory course, you will begin your journey into this thriving field....

Top reviews

FA

Aug 20, 2023

This course is rich, engaging and thought provoking. It is a solid foundation for a career in data science. I now feel more confident that I can excel in this field. Thank you IBM! Thank you Coursera!

MG

Jun 26, 2020

I throughly enjoyed the course and the fact that everything was explained thoroughly. I always enjoyed Dr. White's personal experience with Data Science as well as other Data Scientists point of view.

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By Veronica T

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Apr 3, 2023

Very good introductory course to Data Science! Excited to try to do the rest of the courses in this certificate

By Himanshu R

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Nov 8, 2022

I think it sets a good foundational understanding of data science in relation to real-world usability scenarios

By Mousumi G

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Sep 5, 2022

I liked the course as this is more described about how and what data scientists need to resolve a given problem

By Sukanya C

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Aug 16, 2022

Learnt about the basics and scope of data science-- its a great course for someone to start at the ground level

By Muhammad A Y

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May 9, 2022

With that excellent course and the way of teaching I really learn a lot. thanks for IBM and thanks for Coursera

By Tlamelo D

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Mar 2, 2022

It is a great introduction to the field of data science. It defines what data scientists are and what they do.

By Javad V

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Jan 30, 2022

It was very helpful to me to understand what is exactly data science and what's different between other brench.

By Kareem M

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Nov 5, 2021

A perfect course to start with if your interested in data science, because it gives you the basics step by step

By pathapati u c r

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Apr 30, 2021

I have learnt a lot in this course previously, I didn't have much knowledge on data science it helped me a lot.

By Leslie M

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Apr 11, 2021

This is a very accessible intro course for people who do not have technical backgrounds. I highly recommend it.

By nouroz a

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Feb 8, 2021

lectures are good, provide good knowledge.

If any one want to start career in data sciences this course is good.

By Almas A K

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Oct 28, 2020

Exceptional understanding of Data Science...Every beginner should take this course before coming to this field.

By 1801890

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Jun 8, 2020

excellent course help you to understand very clearly all about Data science, it was easy and perfect.

Thank you

By Nikhil S

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Jun 3, 2020

Introductory course what is data science really helped me improve my understanding of data science in industry.

By Hanlun S

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May 25, 2020

I think it is a solid introductory course which provided comprehensive coverage of the subject of Data Science.

By Koruti A

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Apr 30, 2020

All instructors were really good in communicating about the subjects and i throughly enjoyed it because of them

By Romeo A S

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Feb 13, 2020

This has open my mind about Data Science. I believe this course will make everyone want to be a data scientist.

By Alquamah L

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Jan 15, 2020

Its really very informative, easy to understand and helpful course to get started in the field of data science.

By Shyamalesh D

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Oct 25, 2019

It was a great learning experience for a rookie techie person in the field of Data Science. Thank you Coursera!

By NOOR R

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Jul 7, 2019

This course is a very good starting point to those who are new to Data Science or don't know anything about it.

By Farai M

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Jun 2, 2019

This course has met all my expectations. I would recommend it for anyone starting from a position of ignorance.

By Venkata P P K

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Nov 7, 2018

This is an awesome course which provides in-depth understand of data science, data scientist and deep learning.

By santosh k

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Oct 27, 2018

awesome experience to know the insights and perspectives of the individuals and great kick start to datascience

By Andrew k

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Dec 16, 2023

i really like how they deliver the content even for someone without prior knowledge like me understood clearly

By Nickol C

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Oct 22, 2023

Good explanatory content, practical exercises adapted to get started and understand the world of data science.