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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 Robert G

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Sep 7, 2023

Videos are thorough and data science topic well explained in a human language that even a person from non-technical field can understand.

By Subhadip D

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Apr 7, 2023

This course is vey helpful for me to make more knowledge about data science and da scientist.It also help me to make my college project .

By Rajesh J

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Jul 8, 2022

The overall course was excellent in terms of teaching and presenting the video slides. It's a very comprahensive of learning data science

By Christian- K I

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May 30, 2022

The idea of Data Science was broken down to the simplest and most absorbable form even for a novice. That's beautiful learning made easy.

By Qaiser W

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Mar 2, 2022

Very comprehensively constructed course with in depth information on Data Science. I would describe it as a 'Confidence Building Course'.

By Karina H M

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Nov 4, 2021

I have a clear vision about Data Science and Data Scientists now, and definitely that's what I want! Thank you for sharing and teaching!

By Simone K

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Sep 27, 2021

One of the best courses, the introduction is so easy to follow, but contains all the technical know-how to get a hang of Data Science! :)

By Shikhar G

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Jun 5, 2021

Its a great course for comphrehensive understanding of data science.If you are quite familiar with it,this course is not needed for you.

By Katharina B

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Mar 22, 2021

Very good for a very first introduction in the topic, if you know already about the topic I would recommend to do a more advanced course.

By Malathy D

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Sep 30, 2020

A good course to have a clear understanding of what this field holds for beginners, and what are the categories, careers, tools involved.

By MD. R

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Jul 20, 2020

Tell the truth, I really greatfull for make me inspired and interested to search more course on coursera with IBM and other institutions.

By Diego M E C

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Jun 1, 2020

Great way to introduce people to what data science is and what can someone interested in this subject can expect from a day to day labor.

By Sandip S

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May 14, 2020

Excellent Foundation course on Data Science... that would help all to acquire required basic knowledge and help all to build up from here

By Eren C

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May 10, 2020

It was a good course for starting. I have learnt how things are going to be and what I am actually going to learn about more intuitively.

By Ravi

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May 9, 2020

Excellent Foundational/Introductory Course. Must attend it and its very well organized course. Doesn't stress the individual attending it

By Puneet n j

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May 9, 2020

A Great course specially for the people who wanted to start of their carriers as a data scientists and learn the basics of DATA SCIENCE!!

By mohsin a

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May 7, 2020

This course is a wonderful introduction to the realm of data science for beginners .Interviews of various professional was very helpful.

By srilakshmi p

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Apr 23, 2020

It helped me alot.But i found little bit difficult when i solve assignments.but it made me confidence to study again and again.Thank you.

By JUDIEL B C

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Apr 11, 2020

It is a very good start to aspiring analytics professionals particularly in data science. The assessment needs to be HOTS focused though.

By Gracy W

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Mar 24, 2020

Very interesting and informative. I am encouraged to learn more about data science and continue on the path of becoming a data scientist.

By Muhammad A S

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Nov 21, 2019

It has been an amazing start to develop interest in data science. Thanks for providing this amazing opportunity to become data scientist.

By Satyam R

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Aug 28, 2019

It was good experience to hear out the best faculties across the world. I got the insights of data science and what a data scientist do.

By Samantha L

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Mar 28, 2019

This course was extremely helpful in catching me up to speed on what Data Science is, and made me feel like it is something I can pursue.

By Rishabh J

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Mar 16, 2019

Great course, it has detailed information about data science and related topics with their basic introduction to their application areas.

By Manoj K P

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Jan 28, 2019

Nice way to start Data Science fundamentals. The way the topics is described is very easy to grasp. It stays in the brain for a long time