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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 Kunal G

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Nov 25, 2021

Very good course for gaining the introductory knowledge about data science.

By Linda K

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Nov 13, 2021

Outstanding lectures and comprehensive overview. Nested views are annoying.

By Mark B

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Sep 29, 2021

Great course for knowing the right and explained definition of Data Science

By Yashika S

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Aug 19, 2021

This course gives a good head start to get into the field of Data Science.

By Harsh G

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Mar 27, 2021

Best to get the Intro about data science and accordingly to plan the career

By Tong C

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Dec 14, 2020

Very good course! Could include more introduction to statistical knowledge.

By Vaibhav R

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Oct 22, 2020

it was pretty good course explaining and giving very well into of the field

By Hemant H S

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Aug 2, 2020

great insight to those who dont know about data science and data scientists

By thebrokenstudios

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Jul 22, 2020

Professor white inspired me a lot, and the introduction were exact on point

By Raja P

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Jul 2, 2020

Good Course for a beginner to understand what is Data Science is all about.

By Andrés F

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May 19, 2020

Very good introduction, I liked a lot the activity of visual recognition VR

By Adriana

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May 18, 2020

Great introduction and material. It's a very dynamic and engaging material.

By Ashlee v W

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Apr 29, 2020

Very insightful and well-rounded introduction to the world of data science.

By Abhishek R

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Apr 3, 2020

It will very helpful course for those who started a career in data science.

By Stephen M

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Mar 21, 2020

Good intro to the topic. Clarifies what encompasses the data science field.

By Erich W

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Mar 15, 2020

I enjoy how easy it is to navigate the website. The content is very useful.

By vishal r

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Mar 15, 2020

To get started with data science , I think it is the best course to enroll.

By Madhuranga T

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Feb 24, 2020

It was great to get an introduction to data science from the practitioners!

By Md H H

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Feb 5, 2020

An excellent and concise introduction to Data Science. Very helpful indeed!

By RAJAT S

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Feb 1, 2020

Good Experience and all concept has been cleared about what is data science

By Abubakar B N

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Jan 12, 2020

Kudos to the Tutors I really enjoyed this lecture and looking to go further

By Anna A

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Jan 11, 2020

Really enjoyed the course. Very easy to follow and well structured. Thanks.

By Raman G

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Dec 14, 2019

The course was very helpful for introductory understanding of Data Science.

By Pravith K O S

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Dec 5, 2019

Very good videos being prepared to understand Data Science form the basics.

By Jacob

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Oct 15, 2019

Great course for helping someone understand what Data Science is all about.