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 Eduardo R H

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Apr 20, 2021

Great introductory mini-course for people interested in data science

By Nikhil B

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Apr 6, 2021

This introduction course regarding data science is really very good.

By Alejandro Á T

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Feb 23, 2021

Nice course to understand what is data science and its applications.

By Maryam S

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Jan 15, 2021

This was the best-designed and well-structured course for beginners.

By Tanish D

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Oct 31, 2020

An Important Course to Start on the path of DataScience and worth it

By Rucha D

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Sep 25, 2020

Gives a comprehensive overview of data science found it very helpful

By Chena C

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Jul 24, 2020

if you are passionate about data science then you are on right place

By Anjali S

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Jun 9, 2020

Why i can't move ahead before as i think it is waste of time for me

By Herath M C N K B

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Jun 1, 2020

Loved it. Very attractive video slides. Makes it easier to remember.

By Surbhi

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May 31, 2020

Great course for gaining useful and real insights into data science.

By DEEKSHA K

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May 25, 2020

excellent course....and i learned lots of things through this course

By Pedro P

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May 24, 2020

Basic introduction to data science, helps understand basic concepts.

By Adam M J

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May 21, 2020

really informative.

to the point

enjoyed the reading believe it or not

By Sahil S

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May 17, 2020

Exceptional content and very good organised structure of the course.

By Abdulla N

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May 11, 2020

This course gave a good answer to about what is data science? to me.

By D K

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May 4, 2020

GOOD LEARNING MATERIAL .I HAVE LEARNED LOT FROM THIS MATERIAL.THANKS

By Premchand k

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Apr 23, 2020

Now i feel pretty much confident regarding the data science concepts

By Sharvinee

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Apr 21, 2020

There were a few videos with wrong subtitles. Otherwise, it is good.

By Poovammal E

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Apr 18, 2020

Awesome time. Excellent plan and presentation of the course material

By Harshadeep V

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Apr 15, 2020

A very good course who would like to pursue a career in Data Science

By NILADRI G

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Apr 12, 2020

Very informative and gives good insights about what is data science.

By Laura c o

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Apr 6, 2020

A concise and straight to the point foundational data science course

By Olamide A

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Mar 10, 2020

This course really got me excited about my data science career drive

By Adedapo B

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Mar 9, 2020

Great opening course. Eases one into the what data science is about.

By Ahmad H K

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Feb 16, 2020

Very nicely structured course for beginners. Thanks Coursera and IBM