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

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.

Jul 24, 2021

Thank you for this coursera.

I get know experience and knowledge in using different kinds of online tools which are useful and effective. I'll use some of them during my lessons. And lots of thanks

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By Rita S F

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Jun 30, 2019

Great introductory course. Assignments are mostly reading comprehension questions during this course.

By Mahidhar N

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Jun 14, 2019

Course Information is very well structured for beginners. Well explained and Thanks for your support.

By Naveen M R R

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May 21, 2019

Very Insightful and totally a knowledge load. Thanks Coursera for the opportunity to teach the world.

By Rachel P

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Aug 30, 2018

This was a good introduction to the topic. I especially appreciated the links to all of the readings.

By Nicolás Á

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Oct 25, 2024

Muy buena introducción a la ciencia de datos, para personas que ya estén iniciadas o para inexpertos

By Cristina G C

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Sep 17, 2024

Muy interesante, completo y dinámico. Recomendable 100% para introducirse en este apasionante mundo.

By Deleted A

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Sep 9, 2024

курс позволил расширить понимание всего современного понятия Базы данных и науки! огромное спасибо !

By Pablo C G

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Aug 25, 2024

I think it's excellent, although with so much information that sometimes you feel like getting lost.

By Salah e

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Jul 9, 2024

Very good introduction to data science, I love it. Thanks to all who praticipate making this course.

By Prasad R

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Feb 22, 2024

It is a very good course for those who are new to data science and want to know about data science.

By Leandro O

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Jan 5, 2024

Curso excelente. Uma ótima forma de iniciar a caminhada em Ciência de Dados. Parabéns à toda equipe!

By Clinton A B

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Nov 23, 2023

Very impactful. I recomment to Everyone aspiring to change the world in whatever perspective in life

By Tirth C

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Jun 5, 2023

best data science course in the world. big salute to faculty and others who work with this course...

By Diar N M

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May 8, 2023

this program convinced me that data scientists was a propitious career in many industries around us.

By Nurul A A

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Mar 26, 2023

Its pretty short but covers all that I need to know about data science. Thank you very much for this

By ANDREW W

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Jan 31, 2023

A great introductory course in understanding the nature of data science and what data scientists do.

By Bless P

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Jun 27, 2022

I am so grateful I got to learn this course on Coursera. Thank you IBM for such a great opportunity.

By Mohit P

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Jun 20, 2022

Excellent course! Which helps in understanding the field of data science and exploring the field too

By Abdulmojeed O

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Jul 8, 2021

I ENJOYED LEARNING EVERY BIT OF IT. EVERY SECTION WAS SELF EXPLANATORY AND THE FACULTIES ARE SUPERB.

By Claude B B

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Feb 18, 2021

C’est un cours très important qui nous permet de mieux comprendre le monde de la science de données.

By Umang J

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Oct 13, 2020

Perfect Course for the beginners.

Good Course to learn how big companies work with the help of data.

By Chin J H

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Aug 17, 2020

I am new in data science and this course is just perfect to show me the big picture of data science.

By RAVI J

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Jul 28, 2020

I am very happy learn and introduced to new world data science ,it motivated me towards learn more.

By Ifiokobong A

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Jul 8, 2020

I so much appreciate the instructors. I got to understand what Data Science is all about. Thank you.

By Satyam P

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Jun 15, 2020

Awesome study material i don't even realised that i am studying, learnt alot of things just for fun.