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!

Feb 21, 2019

Excellent quality content! It's a great introductory course that really gets you interested in Data Science. I would highly recommend it to anyone curious in learning about what Data Science is about.

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By mingtao z

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Jan 16, 2020

Good explanation of what is data science

By Dhasarathi K

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Jan 12, 2020

Thank you for giving a great opportunity

By CK R

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Jan 7, 2020

Excellent material one can learn easily.

By Charlie S

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Dec 11, 2019

Conceptos claros y sencillos de entender

By Charles R

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Oct 29, 2019

Absolutely perfect foundation and intro.

By Kristen P

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Oct 10, 2019

Good level setting for beginner learners

By Yu Q

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Jul 21, 2019

I got to know what data science is about

By Aleix C T

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Jul 15, 2019

Solid foundation to what data science is

By Vijay A

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Jul 6, 2019

Good Introduction about the data science

By Karthik

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Jun 19, 2019

very good introduction to data science.

By Jake V

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Jun 18, 2019

Great Intro to the topic of Data Science

By Prashant Y

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Jun 6, 2019

one of the greatest courses, I liked it.

By Pranay C

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May 26, 2019

Great course to start with Data Science.

By Kevin S

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Mar 26, 2019

A very interesting overview of the field

By RK

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Mar 19, 2019

excellent course and very well organized

By yq g

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Mar 10, 2019

Informative introduction to data science

By Sk M

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Jan 18, 2019

A in depth introduction to Data Science.

By Ankush L

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Jan 12, 2019

It's a nice introduction to data science

By Gina R H

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Dec 14, 2018

Enjoyed this course enough to take more!

By fernando a

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Dec 14, 2018

Awesome course to get a quick refresher.

By Shuying X

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Sep 15, 2018

A useful orientation about Data Science.

By Ayesha F

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Aug 29, 2018

excellant elaborations by murtaza haidar

By MOHAMMAD R

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Jul 28, 2024

nice course best suitable for beginners

By Mariana S

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Jul 12, 2024

Es un buen curso introductorio al tema.

By Angad D

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Oct 14, 2023

Great course you can enhance knowledge!