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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

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.

AP

Jan 15, 2022

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 Lalit M

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Oct 2, 2019

Nice Explanation by the Trainers and Easy to Learn the Fundamentals of the Data Science.

By Carrie L U

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Aug 15, 2019

I studied data science when I was in uni, but I still learned a lot more in this course.

By Gautham A

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Aug 6, 2019

I have gained an exposure and the findings that are required to become a data scientist.

By Andrei K

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Jul 31, 2019

Thanks. The course is a good beginning for the one who wants to become a data scientist.

By Nur C N

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Jul 2, 2019

I love how the speakers in video explain about data science and share their experiences.

By Djan d A M

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Jun 21, 2019

Excellent to understand what is data science and have a global vision about the subject.

By Wesen T

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Mar 20, 2019

This course will let you know how data science evolved through different period of time.

By K A

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Mar 6, 2019

Its Really awesome. I got many ideas from this.

I am really thankful to IBM and Coursera.

By ErikaTatianaP

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Nov 12, 2024

Me parece muy completo, es demasiado teórico pero para empezar cuento con lo necesario.

By seuhb s

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Oct 20, 2024

Some questions were a bit ambiguous. also maybe because I am not native english speaker

By Rogelio N

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Aug 7, 2024

Ameno, los materiales facilitan la comprensión y aprehensión de los conceptos expuestos

By Saad R

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May 26, 2024

It was a very nice introductory course. Thanks to all the instructor, IBM and Coursera.

By Yailin J C

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Mar 19, 2023

Data Science is the study of Data in order to tell a story, find answers and solutions.

By Young C

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Jan 13, 2023

Very good introductary class into datascience. completed the course in less than 4 days

By Lucas T

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Dec 29, 2022

Excellent introduction to the field. It answers many questions that beginners may have.

By Marco A A C

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Nov 1, 2022

It is an excellent course if you would like to know everything about the world of data.

By leslie c r g

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Oct 15, 2022

Es una muy buena introduccion a la ciencia de datos, Es como un documental de Netflix.

By Juan C S S

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Sep 1, 2022

Very useful information and examples to know more about the principles of Data Science!

By shivanee s

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May 11, 2022

This was really helpful for me to understand that what is data science and how it works

By Anitha M

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Dec 23, 2021

Detailed explanation with real time examples and applications,Worth the time n penny!!!

By George C

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Aug 19, 2021

It's a great introduction to Data Science for those who have no knowledge of this field

By Kenneth S H

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May 3, 2021

This was a clear course to understand my path into this professional field. I loved it.

By Herick M

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Nov 29, 2020

Thank you for teach about data science, big data, data mining, applications.. thank you

By M A R

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Oct 29, 2020

A very informative course. It covers all the basic topics in the field of Data Science.