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

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!

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 Rodrigo R

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Sep 15, 2021

I loved to learned about this field. IBM Data science is a great course and i loved

By yousef k

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Sep 3, 2021

it was an amazing introduction to data science can't wait to start the next course

By Raul N

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Aug 4, 2021

Nice first option to get an overview about the main characteristics of Data Science

By Mohit S C

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Jun 25, 2021

The Content of the course so relevant. I learn lot of skill and knowledge to here .

By Alvaro A

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May 7, 2021

The course is nice in introducing what is data science and what data scientists do.

By Rohan S

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Apr 17, 2021

I found the course to be very helpful. I wish I had life time access to the course.

By Elle 1

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Nov 12, 2020

This course was a great introduction to Data Science. I would highly recommend it.

By Cem P

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Oct 21, 2020

It was a great course helped me to establish a basic understanding of data science.

By Andi A W

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Aug 21, 2020

this course giving me clear explanation of data science, data scientist & its path.

By Efthymios I K

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Aug 3, 2020

It really helped me understand what is data science and what a data scientist does.

By S B A

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Jul 28, 2020

This course provides in depth understanding and experienced views of professionals.

By Tanjim A D

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Jul 6, 2020

This course was really good, informative, and easy. Learned a lot from this course.

By Saron M L

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Jun 13, 2020

It was a great start for the person who don't have basic knowledge in data science.

By Diana J

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May 25, 2020

Good start to understand Data science simple and example narration used to explain.

By Scarleth M H

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May 8, 2020

I love it!! I learned so much! it was so easy to understand and do the projects..!!

By Jincy G

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Apr 30, 2020

I really enjoyed learning this. Appreciate Coursera gave me financial aid for this.

By sree k R

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Apr 20, 2020

Nice introductory course for everyone who would like to start learning data science

By Munees K

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Apr 19, 2020

a well prepared course for beginners who wants to learn the basics of data science.

By Gunjan

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Apr 16, 2020

It was very good course learned a lot about data science through different examples

By SANKAR S S

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Mar 22, 2020

The course was really great and helped me to understand the basics of DATA SCIENCE.

By Aylin M

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Mar 4, 2020

All reading and video are amazing and open a new vision of data science in my mind.

By Rajesh S

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Feb 29, 2020

It was a great experience learning data science by hearing such great personalities

By Syed A A P

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Feb 13, 2020

A complete package for the beginners who want to know what Data Science exactly is.

By Prabanjan C

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Jan 18, 2020

Strong foundation to move ahead for the specialization courses! Thank you Coursera!

By Gil D L

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Jan 8, 2020

Great informational introductory course to what the field of Data Science is about.