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 Aparna R

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Apr 8, 2023

It's an awesome course... It was really worth taking up.

By Zainul H

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Mar 18, 2023

OSM design this course I easily learn any typical words.

By Aswati D

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Aug 20, 2022

Couldn't have asked for a better start to this journey!!

By Marcin W

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Aug 19, 2022

Great theoritical introduction to study of data science.

By En M C

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Jul 7, 2022

Provide a good overview for begineers about data science

By Mahesh S

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Jul 2, 2022

all basics of data science explained in simple language.

By Uzoechi U

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May 25, 2022

This course gives a great foundation to the data science

By Md. A A M

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May 15, 2022

This is really nice orientation for the Data Scientist.

By Zethindra M

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May 1, 2022

Best introduction for data science and machine learning.

By Muhammad F K

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Apr 17, 2022

Great Course. looking forward to educate in data science

By Oscar G

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Mar 18, 2022

Great introductory course, excited for whats to follow!

By Daniel O

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Dec 10, 2021

Engaging and thought-provoking! I only want to continue!

By Amandeep K

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Sep 17, 2021

I learned data science in this course. It very was good

By Muhammad F

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Sep 7, 2021

very good for those who first time learning data science

By RAGAV N G S 2

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Aug 22, 2021

perfect kickoff course for freshers data science carrer!

By Bruno “ S C

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Aug 12, 2021

Really good, i learned the fundamentals of data science.

By Kamble P D

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Jul 21, 2021

Good course as a stepping stone into data science field.

By Rachel

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Jul 11, 2021

gain a lot of great knowledge after complete the course!

By Aung C T

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May 29, 2021

This course is important for data science start learner.

By LakeXia

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Oct 22, 2020

想象之外的有些难度。

原以为引导式课程会极其简单，没想到测验和阅读材料还是有一定的考验，很棒，期待后续的实操课程。

By Ana C B

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Aug 23, 2020

I love the way data science was explained and motivated!

By Vishma G

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Aug 19, 2020

It is very interesting and informative course. I love it

By Paul S

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Aug 13, 2020

Oh .what a joy of learning ! very well structured course

By jintao y

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Jul 15, 2020

Great course, wonderful resources, thorough explanation!

By Alchemist

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Jul 11, 2020

nice course it clear basic understanding of data science