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 Uri K

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Feb 20, 2020

Wonderful introduction on Data Science for beginners…

By Chun Y C

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Feb 18, 2020

Great to know some basic knowledge about Data Science

By Julio A

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Feb 1, 2020

Very relevant course as a introduction for the topic.

By Saurabh M

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Jan 24, 2020

A life towards new beginning in new age of Technology

By Juan C C R

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Jan 22, 2020

Great introduction of the concept about Data Science!

By Ahmed M A O H

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Jan 4, 2020

The course gives a nice general view of data science.

By Anwesh G

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Dec 31, 2019

Best course to start of your journey in Data Science.

By Kuldeep S

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Dec 5, 2019

This starter is a great journey to start with, Thanks

By Brad A

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Nov 27, 2019

Basic, but good overview of the field of Data Science

By Kethavath S

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Oct 28, 2019

It is a good course for Introduction to data science.

By Jesús V

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Oct 18, 2019

Great introduction to a whole new career, in my case.

By Bo L

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Oct 8, 2019

Learn a lot about the basics of Data Science. Great!!

By Jessica I I

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Oct 1, 2019

It was very informative and quite easy to understand.

By Stewart M

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Aug 2, 2019

Very interesting and informative, highly reccomended.

By Chhatrasaal S

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Jul 20, 2019

Best for freshers , superb platform to grab knowledge

By Akash G

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Jul 11, 2019

Well Structured & good quality content with examples.

By Samarth P

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Jun 22, 2019

Awesome course for someone who is new to Data Science

By Ashray G

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Jun 4, 2019

Best course for fresher to know what data science is!

By Diego F

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Jun 1, 2019

An introductory course, but with a very rich content.

By UMAKANTH A

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Apr 22, 2019

Detailed information has been provided, Great course.

By Gaël G

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Mar 29, 2019

Great introductory course on Data Science and beyond!

By Shashank R

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Feb 23, 2019

Amazing course. Got to know a lot about data science.

By Manoel L C N

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Feb 5, 2019

Excellent course to give an overview of data science.

By Jack S L

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Dec 21, 2018

Good introductory to Data Science and Data Scientist.

By Rinrada K

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Oct 5, 2018

I like to learn by this platform and it useful for me