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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

SB

Sep 9, 2019

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.

FA

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!

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By David D

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Jan 23, 2021

Excellent course. It used data to explain what data science is. It achieved the statement "What is Data Science".

By Neslihan Y B

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Nov 1, 2020

This course is usefull to meet the data science if it is first time to learn someting about data science, for you

By Winnie O

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Oct 27, 2020

As a new student in this field, I feel a bit more confident about Data science after this intro class. Thank you!

By America C

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Oct 4, 2020

I saw this course show up in a Facebook advertisement, and wanted to learn more. Best decision I could have made.

By Timothy C

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Sep 24, 2020

Its a great course, with expert speakers and nice video. Thank you IBM for the course that i took for free !!! :D

By Ardit C

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Sep 6, 2020

Interesting to get an overall intro to Data Science and basic concepts, even if you are somehow familiar with it.

By BHANU P S 1

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May 7, 2020

A good course, which will help you to understand what is data science and what data scientists do in there field.

By Keshav B

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May 1, 2020

It has been an excellent and unique content for the data science field . Even more curious for the further track.

By Debangan S

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Mar 5, 2020

A very informative course, which has helped me prepare a road-map to begin studying for a career in Data Science.

By Rishi K S

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Feb 27, 2020

I had a very good experience while going through this course as it developed a lot of clarity about data science.

By Jean P G M

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Feb 24, 2020

Me ha gustado porque me ha despejado muchas dudas y ha aportado mucho a mi comprensión sobre la Ciencia de Datos-

By Viraj K

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Jan 14, 2020

This course helps get an overall idea about data science and what it is. This course has fascinating discussions.

By Alka S

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Jan 7, 2020

Videos and Reading Materials are very well explained. Examples and stories make the learning simpler and quicker.

By Sabine U M

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Dec 19, 2019

very good introduction into data science, what it is and what can be done with it, demystifying a lot of concepts

By Adeniji D

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Dec 2, 2019

A great course to read through, thought me a lot about Data Science, Data Scientist, what makes a Data scientist.

By Suphattra M

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Sep 20, 2019

Hit to the point of data science and application, easily understand and have many example and various in college.

By Nick S

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Sep 15, 2019

A good introduction into the topic. This was my first Coursera course and I found the content very easy fo follow

By Cristian P A

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Sep 12, 2019

Excellent Course very helpfull for understand what is data science and the escencials to be a good data scientist

By Harsh C

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Jul 31, 2019

it being very thankful that i am a part of this course.They will start teaching from zero level to advanced level

By Hirak J M

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Jul 16, 2019

This is a great beginners course for those professionals who aspire to start a career in Data Science. Go for it.

By Andi B

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Jun 19, 2019

I really enjoyed this intro to Data Science! The videos and the various use cases presented are very interesting.

By Jie S

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May 30, 2019

It's a meaningful introductory course and it's interesting, from which I learnt a lot about data science from it.

By Audrey M

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Feb 19, 2019

Great introduction to data science and an insight of what data science is and skills data scientists should have.

By Gissella M

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Dec 28, 2018

Excellent, dynamic course. I would recommended to anyone that would like to initiate a training in Data Science.

By Zayani M

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Sep 5, 2018

The course will nicely done. The final exam is tricky. They are looking for explicit answers, so take good notes!