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

Jul 24, 2021

Thank you for this coursera.

I get know experience and knowledge in using different kinds of online tools which are useful and effective. I'll use some of them during my lessons. And lots of thanks

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.

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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 A

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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.

By Anica C

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Feb 5, 2023

Very good introduction into world of Data Science. I liked it and I gained more motivation to go further.

By Faizan J A

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Dec 1, 2022

Pleasured to complete this amazing course of Data Science, Full filled of knowledge and technical skills.

By The F

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Nov 29, 2022

THIS WAS AN AMAZING COURSE , THIS REALLY EXPLAINED ME ALOT A ABOUT DATA SCIENCE IN A STRAIGHT FORWARD WAY

By ِAshwaq A

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Oct 26, 2022

The course in general is wonderful and very useful, thank you all for the great effort

Thank you coursera

By Khuram A

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Aug 8, 2022

This course is realy helpful to understand about what is data science and what do the data scientists do?

By Subuloye I

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Jul 23, 2022

this course gave all that is there to know about data science before embarking on the journey.

nice course

By Shamiso C

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Jun 24, 2022

This course was very informative and encouraged me to continue learnig. Everything was explained clearly.

By Ayojesu A

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Jun 22, 2022

Exciting to finally start learning what I have been eager to learn! Can't wait to get to the next course.

By Dan G

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Jan 1, 2022

This data science introductory course by IBM is a great step to learning how to become a data scientist.