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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

RS

May 11, 2020

Very learning experience, I am a beginner in DS, but the instructors in this course simplified the contents that made me I could easily understand, tools and materials were very helpful to start with.

BR

Feb 21, 2019

Excellent quality content! It's a great introductory course that really gets you interested in Data Science. I would highly recommend it to anyone curious in learning about what Data Science is about.

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By AMMISH T

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May 1, 2021

Great Introduction To Data Science by Industry Experts and content was delivered in a very intriguing way!

By Amin Z

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Sep 8, 2020

Very Great for beginners, but there should be a little coding in it, basic algorithms like regression etc.

By Nandhini S

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Sep 1, 2020

A thoughtful and applicable course that teaches students the basics of what Data Science and Big Data are.

By Sheng G

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Jul 22, 2020

Excellent course to make learners understand what data science looks like and what data scientists can do.

By Manoranjan S

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Jul 18, 2020

looking forward for completion of the professional certification, because I see my career in Data Science.

By Vishvendra S T

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Jul 1, 2020

Excellent Course for those who are planning to start their Data Science Journey! A must-do course! Thanks!

By Anil K

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Jun 23, 2020

Coursera world excellent quality education course and i have done my ibm data science course from coursera

By Gaurav S

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Jun 23, 2020

A very easy to understand and encouraging course. Dr Murtaza really entices one to dabble in Data Science.

By Vandadi R K

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May 7, 2020

Data science is the subject where u study,analyze,understands the data for further prediction and analysis

By Linda Y

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Apr 30, 2020

A thorough introductory course for you to kick start learning about data science and get excited about it!

By Sanjeev S

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Mar 11, 2020

It is an important to start with this course to proceed further with best foundation knowledge in mindset.

By Anthony S

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Jan 27, 2020

Great introduction to data science. I'm looking forward to working through the rest of the specialization.

By Deleted A

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Jan 23, 2020

awesome course ... full details about what is data science use interview each and everything very helpful.

By pratik b

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Dec 31, 2019

Perfect way to start your Learning in Data Science.It gives you a overall view of the data science career.

By Chaitanya M

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Dec 29, 2019

Beautiful rudimentary and informative course for beginners wanting to pursue their career in data science.

By Aimen

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Sep 6, 2019

Excellent introduction to begin with Data Science. The 'why's, how's and applications' are well explained.

By A_ K

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Sep 2, 2019

it was great and I have taken this course, I have learned a lot through the course and I can apply in job.

By Rosa V M D

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Jun 7, 2019

Strongly recommend it for everyone with passion in Data Science. It's a perfect start for data scientists.

By Hamid R B

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Apr 24, 2019

Excellent, useful and informative.

If you wanna take your first step toward Data Science, it's right start.

By Wayne Z

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Jul 12, 2018

This is a good introduction. I like the video as it explains a lot ,and the speaker's comment are aspiring

By GUADALUPE L P

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Oct 26, 2024

Great introduction about data science by having speakers and samples of what is in the data science field

By Okumu B

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May 21, 2024

I learnt so much and gained a good understanding of what Data Science entails and I'm happy and satisfied

By RINGKAM N L

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Sep 7, 2023

I was able to gain background knowledge on what data science it and what data scientist do. Very detailed

By Recep G

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Jul 28, 2023

It was an awesome course for Data Science basics and more. I bet you'll not regret yo enroll this course.

By SHIV S T

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May 26, 2023

yeah! Data science make how to market activities exactly be...you actually can analysis through database.