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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 Mohsin S

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May 10, 2019

The foundation stone of Data Science has been put together very clearly, easy to understand and follow. Good Stuff!

By Riyaz R

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Apr 21, 2019

The content and presentation are engaging and top-notch. Do not miss out on this awesome course on emerging trends.

By Demetrius M

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Mar 3, 2019

Gave a very thorough understanding of what it means to be a Data Scientist and what the Data Science profession is.

By Alia M

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Sep 12, 2018

Excellent course, provided great overview. The amount of work and requirements was just right. Highly recommend it!

By Emma B

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Mar 7, 2023

Really enjoyed the course, I wish the final quiz was less on memorization and more on application of the teaching.

By shardul k

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Nov 30, 2022

Content of this course provides you good knowledge regarding term coined as Data Science/Various tool availables

By Gustavo J A

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Jun 4, 2022

Me gusto el curso por ser bastante claro en pautar a que se refiere, en que se usa, que habilidades se necesitan.

By Chin B

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Sep 11, 2021

Excellent course with lots of useful materials. Definitely learn a lots from it. Will keep learning from Coursera.

By KHAlED

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Aug 15, 2021

it was really good course I learn alot introduction about data science ,deep learning, big data, machine learning

By Conraad B

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May 14, 2021

I absolutely love a well done course like this. There was literally nothing boring in here and the pace was great.

By Omar S C

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Apr 26, 2021

Great content for newbies who are trying to get their hands dirty with data science but don't know where to start!

By Arif K

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Dec 24, 2020

I really learned about what is data Science and data Scientist what one needs to do to be successful in the field.

By MOHSIN R

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Oct 26, 2020

This is good initiative by IBM for students who are passionate to become a data scientist, I wish you best of luck

By kai s

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Oct 22, 2020

Great high-level introductory course. Gives a nice overview of the history and current state of the industry(2020)

By Kaye G

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Aug 7, 2020

Listening to folks in this field makes me feel extremely good that I am choosing to make this part of my future :)

By Nadir E M

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Jul 21, 2020

J'ai beaucoup apprécié ce cours, très détaillés avec un enchaînement fluide et facile à comprendre. Rien à dire !

By Rishabh

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Jul 11, 2020

Great in depth tutorial for beginners. I must recommend this to everyone who is just starting out in Data Science.

By Ifenaike A O

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May 26, 2020

It's an awesome course...

Made be understand what data science is and propelled my interest in this field Even more

By Omar M A

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May 25, 2020

Amazing Course it introduced to me the most important definitions in Data science and the differences between them

By yogesh g

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Apr 9, 2020

This course is very helpful to gain your knowledge about data science and what data scientists do.

Thanks coursera.

By Alpha B

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Mar 12, 2020

Engaging and interesting. The over all course is designed in a way that easily understandable and more elaborated.

By Bhalchandra K

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Feb 11, 2020

Very informative and learned the whole basics of Data Science, how can it be implemented and where it can be used.

By kamal o

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Aug 30, 2019

A very useful und wonderful course, despite my previous knowledge of data science but there was fun in this course

By Animesh K

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Aug 13, 2019

Introduction to this course is very well explained and creates interest for this course. Quizes are also engaging.

By Kumru D

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Aug 11, 2019

It's a very useful course especially for beginners. It is great at teaching the "big picture" behind data science.