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!

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 Reşat C B

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Jan 14, 2020

It was an essential introduction to Data Science, vast amount of information.

By gravittii

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Dec 24, 2019

It covers the definition, the role, and skills needed in a Data Science role.

By MiaMDai

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Nov 26, 2019

The ABC of Data Science. I would love to learn more after having this course.

By Olawale S

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Nov 23, 2019

Very informative videos and readings with relatable examples and explanations

By Apoorv s

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Sep 18, 2019

This course is awesome !!! it give a detail knowledge of what is data science

By Lamya A

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Sep 17, 2019

Excellent introduction for those who want to begin in the Data Science field.

By Shaheer A

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Jul 9, 2019

It was very new experience and looking forward to get enrolled in new courses

By rishu k

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Jun 11, 2019

Great way to start learning something new !! Hopefully it should go smooth :)

By Ivan I

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Mar 20, 2019

Awesome that you give us the ability to learn and develop our skills further.

By Ammar N

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Feb 26, 2019

It was very exciting and useful, so i have won an overview about Data Science

By NIKHIL K

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Nov 19, 2018

Great course. Nice content of course.really help to guide about data science.

By Jorge V

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Oct 2, 2018

Great introduction to the subject. Very nice videos and a lot of information.

By Ashwin K M

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Sep 30, 2018

Very good course that gives you an insight of what data science is all about.

By Vincent L

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Sep 13, 2018

Overly simplistic, but good to give us a feeling of what we are getting into.

By Aylin S

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May 21, 2024

Ciertas tareas o trabajos practicos ya no funcionaban/cargaban correctamente

By Mohammad F S

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Nov 24, 2023

It has been an incredible experience of learning. Hats off for the trainers.

By Martín A R

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Mar 1, 2023

Muy claro y fácil de seguir, es perfecto como introducción para data science

By NATTI H

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Nov 13, 2022

EveryThing about datascience was clearly explained in this course. thank you

By Mauricio D P

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Jul 7, 2022

Really easy and shorten course yet inspiring and doubt-clearing information

By Richard M

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Jul 4, 2022

Un buen comienzo para conocer de manera introductoria lo que es Data Science

By ANANDHU H

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Jun 19, 2022

Good course. Gives an introduction to what is data science and its concepts.

By Kamila S

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Apr 27, 2022

I really learned a lot from this course. I feel encouraged to keep learning!

By Sindiso N

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Apr 6, 2022

It was a refreshing start. More of a background information for Data Science

By Gonzalo S

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Aug 25, 2021

Increíble forma de empezar este gran camino a convertirme en Data Scientist!

By Sai G

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Aug 3, 2021

The Very Beginner level course for you to enroll if you're into Data Science