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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

PD

Jul 18, 2018

I thought this course introduced the topic of data science very well. I think I have a much better idea how to describe data science and common terms associated with the field (like machine learning).

MS

Sep 17, 2020

very useful. i liked and enjoyed the journey of learning in these five weeks. the instructor is very clear and taught very interestingly. Thanks to her. she looked poised and cheerful and professional

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By Luis A A H

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Mar 11, 2019

Excelentes vídeos con información clara y concisa, lecturas muy interesantes y tareas que aprendes mucho.

By Lingjun K

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Feb 23, 2019

A great introduction course, I have learned a broad fundamental knowledge of this subject, a good start !

By Jacob S

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Sep 20, 2018

This course provided a great overview of Data Science and the potential for specializing in Data Science.

By Miguel B

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Aug 23, 2024

Good introductory course for those who are interested in data Science and want an overview of the field.

By Ernesto B

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Feb 5, 2024

I learned a lot. It got me excited and the information was very easy to understand. Thank you so much!

By Kajesh G

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Aug 23, 2023

It was good , always want to start from the very basics and this course definitely covers all the points

By Vaibhav P

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May 8, 2023

Great course! You'll find all the basic understanding about data science and how it works in real world.

By Agnesia L

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Mar 27, 2023

I learned a lot from this course. It gives a very good fundamental to start learning about data science.

By Fayaz A

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Jan 26, 2023

Best course for foundation in Data Science having lessons from the best instructors , highly recommended

By Hifsa

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Oct 5, 2022

A very nice introduction to data science and getting us adjusted into this course

highly recommend it!

By Govind N

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Jun 26, 2022

Awesome precisely what i was looking for, I encourgae everyone interested in Data Scienced to attend it.

By Burhan B

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May 31, 2022

Great introduction to the world of data science! I really loved the experts that they had on the videos.

By Eduard F A M

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Apr 27, 2022

Is a good start point to get acquainted with Data Sciencem, many interesting concepts and attestations.

By Muhammad S K

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Jan 6, 2022

awesome experience in the first course ,learnt a lot from it and looking forward to learn much ahead too

By Omar E C

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Nov 8, 2021

interesante acercamiento a la ciencia de datos, informacion concreta, practica y aplicada al mundo real.

By serge f

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Oct 12, 2021

Cours très riche et très bien structuré. Indispensable pour commencer la formation en science de données

By Yash T

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Sep 17, 2021

Very helpful course for those who want to pursue Data science as their career. Thankyou Coursera and IBM

By S B

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Jul 24, 2021

When you want to understand what data science and who data scientest is I strongly recommend this course

By Aditi P

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Jun 3, 2021

This course very well explains basics of Data science. This is best course to start with (for beginner).

By Paul B

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Jan 29, 2021

This course provides a good foundational knowledge of what Data Science is and how Data Scientists work.

By Elaine

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Nov 17, 2020

The course reflects the importance of science data with the excellence of qualifying good professionals.

By ferry w

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Oct 9, 2020

This course is good. I would recommend this course to anyone who is interested in studying Data Science,

By Paulina L

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Jun 8, 2020

Useful to understand the Data Science world and definitively will help planning the next step to follow.

By Prajol S

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Jun 4, 2020

The teaching methodology are very cool .I have understood each and everything in this part of the course

By Akshat D

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May 11, 2020

Great course and explanation of what data science is and what does data scientist do and how they do it.