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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....

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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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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!

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By Md N

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Apr 7, 2020

This is a very good course for beginners who want to know about the basics of Data Science and this will give you an idea if you wanna pursue your career as a Data Scientist.

By Gabriel M O D

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Feb 20, 2020

Me parece un curso informativo y conceptual muy completo acerca de lo que es la ciencia de datos y el perfil del científico de datos. Estoy muy agradecido con Coursera e IBM.

By August L S F

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Jan 26, 2020

Really interesting insight of what it takes to be a data scientist. It gives you a really good clue of what tools you could be searching and training yourself into right now.

By James D

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Aug 7, 2019

Enjoyed that there was an overview of the importance of data science and what courses will cover in the future before coding and math skills are tested. A good introduction.

By Mohammed A K

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Aug 6, 2019

A great course to understand what is data science and what do data scientists do at a very high level. This will enable you to tell another person about what is Data science.

By Sai K

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Jul 29, 2019

I think this is the best introduction one can give about data science.Course covers the origin of data science .Also ,the concepts are explained by giving practical examples.

By Kannan K

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Jul 10, 2019

It's been really helpful for me as a beginner to know what data science is and the applications of data science and also what skills a data scientist requires and a lot more.

By Oyolola O

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Sep 26, 2022

Very great contents. The method of delivery has aroused my interest to dive more into the field of data science. Thank you IBM and Coursera team for this great opportunity.

By Ahmed A

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Dec 21, 2021

Provides solid foundation for data science concept with thorough yet simple and interesting method

Liked the diversity in speakers to cover academic and professional insights

By Mateus P

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Apr 14, 2021

I loved this course. All the content has a great explanation and is very useful to start the journey in data science. Congratulations to all who collaborate for this result.

By Aditya S

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Feb 4, 2021

This course is very useful to someone who never studies about data science. This course explains what is data science in general, step, methods, applications, and many more.

By Philip B

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Oct 12, 2020

A really useful intro to data science. Gives the big picture, some ideas of ways in to this new career path, and gives the foundation and context for more detailed learning.

By Jefter O

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May 31, 2020

The learning methods used in this course are just magnificent. The fact that you get lectures from people who are already actually there doing what you're learning is great.

By Saurav R J

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Apr 26, 2020

Excellent introduction to data Science , provides much important insights into foundations of Data Science. My only complain is that the quizzes were very simple and short .

By Avas A

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Apr 6, 2020

The basics have been cleared. It is all explained very lucidly with loads of pratical examples that are easy to understand.

Also, a baseline is now prepared to build on this.

By Anjali S

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Apr 6, 2020

This Course is very helpful for the beginners. And as a beginner I'm getting more curious to know what next? Hoping this course will lead me for great opportunities!

Thanks!

By KOVUURI J V N R R R

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Feb 19, 2020

a blend of mathematics, business acumen, tools, algorithms and machine learning techniques, all of which help us in finding out the hidden insights or patterns from raw data

By Botov D L

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Feb 4, 2020

A very good overview of what data science is. You'd think there is too many supplementary information but I don't feel that is was unimportant. Gives a good general summary.

By Sayantan J

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Jan 24, 2020

A detailed and intersecting overview about data science, its scope and future aspects. A really eye opening introduction which succeeds to stipulate interest in the subject.

By Ambika k

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Dec 21, 2019

I recommend this course to an absolute beginner in the Data Science field. The course contents justify the course name and give very clear answers to 'What is Data Science?'

By Assad M R

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Aug 24, 2019

I found this course really interesting, providing variety of views about a specific term and and its relevancy in industries provides great understanding about Data Science.

By Mahdi O

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Jun 11, 2019

Data science is a new science was born from short times of four or five years, where you can benefit of the data to know the correct directions in the business and the life.

By Vishnu S

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May 8, 2019

Nice introduction to the ideas and theories in Data Science. Shows you what to expect in your Data Science career and sets you up nicely for the rest of this specialization.

By BIKASH K S

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May 3, 2019

Awesome Coursera to take. Helped me a lot to know somehow industrial knowledge and how they use data science to solve problems through data science. Once again Thanks a lot.

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Jan 12, 2019

This was an amazing introduction to a lucrative concept, which would have been difficult to understand if not for the simplicity with which this subject has been approached.