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

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.

Jan 15, 2022

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By Ahmed S S A

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Oct 29, 2019

its very interesting course, thanks coursera team

By Josef H

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Oct 13, 2019

It was a good introduction to this excited field.

By Sharvari U

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Sep 19, 2019

I could learn insights of data science thoroughly

By Janhavi D

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Aug 12, 2019

A clear and concise introduction to Data Science.

By Raveena S

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Jul 31, 2019

Very well structured and explained for a beginner

By Natasha M

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Jul 2, 2019

Easy to digest. Friendly. God-send for beginners.

By Alexandre T

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Jun 12, 2019

Excelente introdução ao tema, clara e abrangente.

By Taiwo A

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Jun 5, 2019

Excellent, Lovely, Simple, and easy to understand

By Emilio J C Z

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Jun 1, 2019

It's a good first step to introduce Data Science!

By Achintha J

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Apr 27, 2019

Gives a good understanding of the subject matter.

By subhasree p

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Mar 26, 2019

precise,informative and makes us learn in no time

By Pichayut A

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Mar 14, 2019

Great introduction to the Data Science ecosystem!

By Richard H

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Mar 7, 2019

The excitement keeps building. I feels like home.

By Shivani P

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Feb 26, 2019

I think it's a great kick start of the beginners.

By Christian A

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Feb 6, 2019

A good point of start to understand data science.

By Chad R

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Feb 3, 2019

Very informational. Great speakers on the videos.

By Leonid P

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Jan 15, 2019

Very good course, I am pleased with the contents.

By Juan D M C

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Aug 20, 2024

Es un excelente Tema para nuestro ámbito laboral

By Cyan M

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Aug 19, 2024

Very applicable and appropriate,excellent course

By Наталья Г

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Aug 10, 2024

Узнала много нового, очень доступно все изложено

By Diego M

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Jul 18, 2024

Realmente esta muy bien diseñado y estructurado.

By Kumbalathara A K D

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May 31, 2024

This is also a best course that I have followed.

By 정준영

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Feb 23, 2024

Great course as an introduction to data science.

By Chandrashekhar S

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Feb 18, 2024

Intuitive and deep knowledge of learning. Thanks

By Timothy B

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Feb 6, 2024

It was easily digestible and not hard to follow.