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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

PD

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).

SB

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 Kelebogile K

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Nov 14, 2022

I learnt very useful concepts about Data Science in this course.

By Samad J

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Nov 3, 2022

Explained really well. Looking forward to the whole certificate.

By Roland T

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Nov 1, 2022

It was very interesting and informative. I can highly recommend.

By NGUYEN M M T

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Sep 14, 2022

I learn a lot of knowledge about data science from this course.

By Daniel S

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Aug 4, 2022

Thanks Coursera for helping me have class through Financial Aid.

By MD D Q

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Apr 29, 2022

Excellent . This course gives complete knowledge on Data Science

By Mursaleen B

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Mar 23, 2022

Excellent overview of the topic and a great place to get started

By Cristiana E R C S

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Feb 16, 2022

Great Introduction to data science!!!! The best I saw until now.

By shabista i

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Jan 14, 2022

thank you for providing me this course,it is very helpful to me

By haris i

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Nov 19, 2021

This is good for beginners, who want to get to know data science

By Swatej M

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Sep 28, 2021

Really enjoyed this course, gave a good overview on Data science

By Twagirayezu N

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Sep 14, 2021

well structed with easy not advanced terms as it is introduction

By S P

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Jun 23, 2021

The course help me to build basic understanding of Data Science.

By Sagar S

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Mar 28, 2021

this course helps me to improve my knowledge about data science.

By Elizabeth P A

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Mar 26, 2021

Give you a decent orientation to what data science is all about

By aditya a

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Mar 4, 2021

amazing course for understanding the term data science in detail

By Jalil S

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Jan 26, 2021

I believe the course provides good introduction to Data Science.

By Muneeb R

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Jan 21, 2021

Excellent course for aspirants of Data Science. Thanks Coursera.

By Abdullah R

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Oct 26, 2020

Good course as an introductory lesson to the data science world.

By Rohit T

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Oct 1, 2020

Really good Course for understanding the basics of Data Science!

By Tadikonda V

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Sep 14, 2020

it is very excellent course to to learn data science from basic

By Karan K

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Aug 17, 2020

A brilliant course to get to know what data science actually is.

By Nagalakshmi J

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Jun 22, 2020

The Course was very helpful to get the insights on Data Science.

By Mostafa S

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Jun 17, 2020

this course is very interesting i am very eager to cont learning

By Victor C

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Jun 15, 2020

A excellent introduction to understand the scope of Data Science