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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

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!

KK

Feb 23, 2020

Terrific introduction to the Data Science course. Never expected but was extremely excited with the quality of content, speakers and a very honest attempt to making this course interesting.

Krishna

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By Yogesh K

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Jan 27, 2022

Comprehensive course. I enjoyed the naration.

Special mention: Prof. Murtaza explains eloquently.

By harsha v

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Nov 29, 2021

Well Detailed Explanation about Data Science and helps to understand the concepts of Data Science

By LU P

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Oct 12, 2021

Valuable course for the beginners in the Data Science. Good preparation to go deeper in this area

By Ivan V

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Oct 10, 2021

Very useful and well organized course. Practice with IBM Watson could be made not only observing.

By Keith W

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Aug 4, 2021

the quiz questions dont test yr understanding in data scienc. It is more like a reading exercise

By Kourdassi m a

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Apr 24, 2021

great course gives you a general understanding of data science and it relation with other domains

By Norbert E

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Apr 23, 2021

method of teaching is great - combination of recorded lecture and interviews with Data Scientists

By Bob T

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Jan 13, 2021

Very interesting course. More in-depth than I was expecting. Make sure to take notes as you go.

By Deleted A

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Dec 28, 2020

Best for People Who Don't Have any Data Science Backgroud then this course will be really Usefull

By suvetha g

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Dec 1, 2020

Good Introduction given to What Data Science is, Applications of Data Science in various Industry

By Muhammad A

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Oct 30, 2020

I have got an introduction to Data Science and gained a good amount of knowledge about this field

By Enoc A

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Aug 3, 2020

That was good experinces on this course. if you have goal dont stop keepin going you can do it.

By Ishola M R

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Jul 25, 2020

The course is so interesting, my passion for Data Science has increased after taking this course.

By Ranit S

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Jun 20, 2020

A great course which helps me lot to know what things to do to become a successful data scientist

By M G N S S

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Jun 1, 2020

Love this course. Thanks to Coursera and the Big Data University for curating this course for us.

By Prijwal s

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May 30, 2020

The course give practical application detail of data science and the practical role of scientist.

By Ajay K

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May 27, 2020

it's really like help to enhance of knowledge of data science. data science is very good course.

By Danish A

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May 17, 2020

Perfect explanation of Data Science and other processes which is used in data science by experts.

By Mario C

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Apr 30, 2020

Good introductory set of courses that describe in a general way the main concepts of data science

By Dheeraj P N

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Apr 22, 2020

The course was extremely good. Eagerly looking forward for the next course in the specialization.

By Lim Y L

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Apr 19, 2020

User Friendly UI, Intuitive Course, good for home learner while the world is asking stay at home.

By Huda

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Apr 10, 2020

The course is nice and gives you a brief introduction to Data Science hats off to the professors!

By Roza A

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Jan 20, 2020

The introductory course was very useful! It helped a lot in making my mind to study data science.

By Nagaruru H

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Nov 29, 2019

Course is very helpful to understand the Data Science from basic who are new to the Data Science.

By Jozsef A K

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Aug 12, 2019

This course gives you a short, comprehensible overview of data science.

Great introductory course!