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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 Subasish M

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Jan 4, 2020

The course is well structured and helped me to clear the idea of Data Science.

By Alejandro J M R

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Dec 26, 2019

Dinámico, entretenido y con gran contenido pedagógico. Recomendado totalmente.

By Steven I

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Dec 6, 2019

Great course. Gave me the much need headstart to Data Science I so longed for.

By Taracha M

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Sep 30, 2019

I love the ability to work at my own pace. The course actually made you learn.

By Rohan S

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Aug 31, 2019

A good course if you are a beginner it gives enough information to start with.

By Junaid J

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Aug 18, 2019

Excellent Course!! It Gives me the overall image for becoming data Scientist

By Shekhar M

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Aug 5, 2019

Thorough reading and getting review from other students seems to be quite good

By Aditi M

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Jul 30, 2019

Great flow of contents and topics covered for basic knowledge of Data Science.

By Juan S G

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Jul 17, 2019

Excelente, contribuye en mi desarrollo profesional como ingeniero de sistemas.

By Sumit R

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Jun 28, 2019

This is the best introduction about the data science and data scientists role.

By David K

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May 8, 2019

very interesting course for those who wants to enter the field of data science

By Ferenc F P

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Feb 26, 2019

A good introductory course for those who have no any ideas about data science.

By Naveed R

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Dec 14, 2018

Best initiative by IBM to teach peoples about amazing new fields. appreciated.

By Leticia C M

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Oct 3, 2024

Muy buen curso. Excelentes contenidos conceptuales y herramientas de análisis

By Sourav D

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Aug 28, 2024

This course is very helpful in my journey. I am 5 star rated for the course

By Camilo V

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Jul 25, 2024

Buen curso para reforzar los conocimientos básicos sobre la Ciencia de Datos.

By Prasanthi K

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Jul 13, 2024

This course gave me a great understanding about the data science and the role

By Sathish k

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May 19, 2024

Good experience with data science really enjoy to study for coursera platform

By Khavyaa S

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Jan 22, 2024

Gave a very detailed introduction to all the concepts related to data science

By Sierra O

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Nov 5, 2023

Very good course. Really enjoyed it. Also finished this course in three days.

By Jiwon S

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Sep 13, 2023

Great starting point for anyone who is interested but has no prior knowledge.

By Hasnan R

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Aug 7, 2023

A good topic and curriculum and I gained a lot of knowledge and insight here.

By _ D

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Jul 19, 2023

Very good course, the material taught is very complete and easy to understand

By ashish k

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Dec 1, 2022

It is great course the videos and the readings are very informative and good.

By Margaret O

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Nov 21, 2022

It followed an experiential approach. I enjoyed the teaching and learned alot