Learner Reviews & Feedback for What is Data Science? by IBM

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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

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!

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 Archana P

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Aug 17, 2022

Excellent and awsome learning experience with coursera

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Jul 18, 2022

Great course - alot of good insights and perspectives.

By DIEGO A C V

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Apr 20, 2022

Good course to get into the knowledge of data science.

By Suresh K

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Mar 20, 2022

Great for beginners to get clear view of Data Science.

By Lalji S

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Sep 3, 2021

One of the best course to start learning data science.

By Abisoye W

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Apr 26, 2021

A very good introductory course. Very well structured!

By REESHABH R C

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Apr 21, 2021

The course was very well taught. Thanks team COURSERA!

By kianoush n

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Mar 4, 2021

Best course for understanding base of the data science

By Maria G

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Mar 3, 2021

Es un poco largo pero es bueno para aclarar conceptos.

By AMJAD M H

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Feb 23, 2021

People who like to prepare striking analytical reports

By Vikram

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Jan 25, 2021

Great course gives a good introduction of Data science

By Lorna H

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Nov 4, 2020

This course was a great introduction to Data Science.

By Deva R

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Oct 21, 2020

it's really good introductory course for data science!

By Subhayan D

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Sep 23, 2020

Exhaustive & informative introduction to Data Science.

By Sayantan B

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Sep 11, 2020

Great course with good practical examples and theory.

By Sumit P

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Sep 11, 2020

Great course, thank you IBM and all the course makers!

By Ahti S

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Aug 21, 2020

Excellent introduction into the world of Data Science.

By TILAK R S

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Aug 10, 2020

well defined course for beginners and experienced both

By Dauda S

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Aug 4, 2020

This course is fantastic; I love everything about it .

By Volkov D

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Jul 24, 2020

It's a great course for the begginers in Data Science!

By Dirk O

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Jun 13, 2020

For a first brief overview about What Data Science is.

By Ali S

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Jun 1, 2020

Excellent Course for Starters. Would recommend highly.

By shashi m

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May 29, 2020

A very good initiative to provide skills to students .

By Moran L

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May 17, 2020

Great course to get to understand what is data science

By Muhammad R

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May 6, 2020

it's really help me to understand what is data science