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 18, 2018

I thought this course introduced the topic of data science very well. I think I have a much better idea how to describe data science and common terms associated with the field (like machine learning).

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.

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By Iheanacho R I

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Sep 17, 2020

Highly beneficial and useful fundamental knowledge and basic information on Data Science

By Anuj K

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Sep 6, 2020

Wonderful course design and material. Easily understandable. Thanks to Coursera and IBM.

By Kostiantyn V

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Jul 13, 2020

Interesting video with qualified experts, useful readings. Very good entry level course.

By Javier G

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May 26, 2020

It is a very interesting introduction to Data Science and what's to be a Data Scientist.

By Marian P

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May 13, 2020

A very well organised course, perfect to get a first feel of the Data Science enviroment

By Guruprasad M

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May 12, 2020

Great course for anyone entering the field of Data Science. Motivates them to learn more

By DEERGHASI H S S

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May 10, 2020

This is very excellent course which thought me a lot about Data Science and its Overview

By Carolin A M

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Apr 28, 2020

Very nice way of teaching, applying different forms like using videos, readings, test :)

By Akpa, G O

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Feb 3, 2020

Exceptional! I got my first feel of data science thanks to Coursera for the eye opening.

By Bashaer M A M A

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Jan 23, 2020

Loved the course it gives you the big idea behind the data science in a very simple way.

By Mark S

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Jan 17, 2020

Great explanations right in week 1. The IBM Watson project was very interesting as well.

By Youssef A

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Jan 13, 2020

A very good starting introduction that helps newbies to discover the data science world!

By Shitij K

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Dec 16, 2019

Introduction is always good to go with so as things in upcoming weeks will be more clear

By Lalit M

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Oct 2, 2019

Nice Explanation by the Trainers and Easy to Learn the Fundamentals of the Data Science.

By Carrie L U

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Aug 15, 2019

I studied data science when I was in uni, but I still learned a lot more in this course.

By Gautham A

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Aug 6, 2019

I have gained an exposure and the findings that are required to become a data scientist.

By Andrei K

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Jul 31, 2019

Thanks. The course is a good beginning for the one who wants to become a data scientist.

By Nur C N

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Jul 2, 2019

I love how the speakers in video explain about data science and share their experiences.

By Djan d A M

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Jun 21, 2019

Excellent to understand what is data science and have a global vision about the subject.

By Wesen T

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Mar 20, 2019

This course will let you know how data science evolved through different period of time.

By K A

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Mar 6, 2019

Its Really awesome. I got many ideas from this.

I am really thankful to IBM and Coursera.

By seuhb s

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Oct 20, 2024

Some questions were a bit ambiguous. also maybe because I am not native english speaker

By Rogelio N

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Aug 7, 2024

Ameno, los materiales facilitan la comprensión y aprehensión de los conceptos expuestos

By Saad R

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May 26, 2024

It was a very nice introductory course. Thanks to all the instructor, IBM and Coursera.

By Yailin J C

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Mar 19, 2023

Data Science is the study of Data in order to tell a story, find answers and solutions.