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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 Haruna B

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May 25, 2019

This is a good course for anyone who wants to learn the basics about data science, simple and straight foward.

By Aditya M

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Apr 25, 2019

The content is quite sufficient to direct and create interest for any naive person to begin with Data Science.

By Abhinav B

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Mar 25, 2019

It was a very informative course . I got to understand the power of high power computing and image processing.

By chitresh k

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Dec 27, 2018

Great preview to the Data Science career and elaborated discussion about the required skills of data scientist

By J. J

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Jul 19, 2024

Amei, completo, dinâmico e bem inspirador. Agora tenho certeza que a Ciência de dados é a área certa para im.

By Umair J

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Mar 23, 2024

Teachers are too good, they teach you from the very beginner level and give you the right point of knowledge.

By angie b

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Jun 12, 2023

This course provide a huge view and perspective of what Data Science is and how to get immerse in this world.

By Jazib A

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Jun 11, 2023

Very informative and motivated. I Stromgly recommend this course while you want to take part in Data Science.

By vahid h

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May 18, 2023

I highly recommend this course because it's where someone can shape his/her "WHY" to become a Data Scientist.

By Emon S

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Jan 11, 2023

Great content with lots of real world examples. The course does not require any specific academic background.

By Keabetswe B T

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Oct 7, 2022

Good introduction to data science, very interesting and motivated me to continue with the rest of the course

By Corwin B

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Jul 17, 2022

got a basic understanding in what data science is, and what to expect from the further study and application.

By Adhiraj p

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Nov 21, 2021

it's a very helpful course for everybody those who wants to build up a concreat knowledge about data science.

By tirta d

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Oct 28, 2020

thank you very much, what a great learning and that's a wonderful step of journey to know about Data Science.

By Pradiksha D

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Oct 23, 2020

It's an amazing course which is so useful for Freshers and learn more about what is data science and big data

By Maged S Y

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Oct 19, 2020

But why it is non-credit course by IBM ?

Kindly send to me the answer so Ù‡ was going to take a lot of courses.

By Poh J M

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Sep 9, 2020

Clear and Concise understanding of Data science for those looking for an elementary pathway into the subject.

By alena

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Sep 2, 2020

Comprehensive, good structured, making students curious on learning more about the topic. Very good overview.

By Vishal K

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Aug 20, 2020

Good Introductory course! Content is very good, this course shows the pathway in the journey of Data Science!

By Andrea A A

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Jul 25, 2020

I love the professional way the majority of expositors did it! Sincere thanks for these videos, are enjoyable

By Luis A R P

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Jul 1, 2020

Excellent content for anyone who's interested to learn more about databases with or without previous knowing!

By papa t

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May 5, 2020

This course helped me in understanding Data Science with ease. Thanks for an amazing course IBM and Coursera.

By Umair S

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Apr 26, 2020

It was an amazing course, covering the basics and actually builds your interest to the field of data science.

By LUIS H A

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Apr 16, 2020

Good first view of the Data Science, its applications and goals, what do you need to introduce to this world.

By Talha L

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Mar 30, 2020

Very useful information. It just not only clear my views on Data Sciences but also help me in report writing.