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....

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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!

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The unique way the definitions of Data Science and Scientist were explained was exemplary. Hearing from experts and people who are practicing Data science is what made the course interesting thus far.

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By Mayur V

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Oct 3, 2018

Great Introductory Course. Good for perspective and generic fallacy busting.

By Oriana R

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Oct 2, 2018

Learned a lot- some of it was review- but review that was well communicated.

By Carlos I M L

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Aug 31, 2018

Course is very interesting and clear. It is very easy to navigate and learn.

By Ivan U G A

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Sep 19, 2024

Just Perfect, i love the videos and how easy it is to understand the topic.

By Harold D C

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Sep 19, 2024

Una introducción muy buena que da una visión general de la ciencia de datos

By Andrii M

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Aug 15, 2024

Good, but too introductory. Wanted to dive into my jupyter notebooks sooner

By Vicente

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Jun 30, 2024

I expected the course to be good, but to my pleasant surprise it was great.

By Mohammad N

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Feb 21, 2024

perfect course. I love this course and recommend it to my friends. tnx alot

By Sreejit G

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Jan 19, 2024

Very informative. Don't skip the "Optional" 4th week. It is very important.

By 2022ETB073 S

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Jan 5, 2024

One of the best introductory Data Science courses I have ever learned from.

By Diego G A

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Nov 28, 2023

Muy bueno, lo recomiendo como introducción al mundo de la Ciencia de Datos.

By kumanwee b

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Aug 25, 2023

I will recommend this course for everyone, its well curated and insightful.

By Deepak T

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Aug 2, 2023

Course is easy to understand and enjoying learning.. Faculties are great..

By Hussain A

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Apr 23, 2023

the course is amazing it really helps me to understand what is data science

By Adam L

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Feb 9, 2023

A great course, teaching you the essence and core ideas behind data science

By Ayush T

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Dec 5, 2022

good intro to the field of data science and it's applications in real life.

By Abhishek K

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Nov 18, 2022

Main components about data science is cleared clearly. Very well explained.

By Edgar A

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Aug 25, 2022

Excellent introduction to What Data Science is and What a Data Scientist do

By Le H Q

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Jul 11, 2022

Informative slide, excellent inspiration speech, easy to understand lecture

By ADIL H

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Jun 23, 2022

Very insightful and helps to understand what, why, and how to data science.

By Saurabh C

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Dec 15, 2021

All the basics and all the questions that come to my mind has been cleared.

By Juliansyah

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Dec 10, 2021

Good Job, This Course very very cool. Thank You All Team IBM for this coure

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