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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Thank you for this coursera.

I get know experience and knowledge in using different kinds of online tools which are useful and effective. I'll use some of them during my lessons. And lots of thanks

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Descriptive picture of data science. Videos are short but nicely presented which gives an student a clear idea of the subject. Even Documents at the end of the course presentation are well explained.

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By Aravind

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Jan 18, 2020

Good instructors, helped me to understand how data can be used.

By Ahmed A A A

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Jan 17, 2020

wonderful start to the Data Science journey with many new stuff

By Vincent V

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Jan 6, 2020

Great introduction to data science and to the learning process.

By Tanvir A

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Nov 27, 2019

Content was clear to understand and the course was informative.

By Manish A

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Oct 25, 2019

Nice introductory course for getting started with Data Science.

By Yusuf T

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Oct 9, 2019

Good introduction to the topic, creates interest and curiosity.

By Ksenia K

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Jul 31, 2019

I liked this course a lot! Easy to follow and very interesting!

By Muthuganesh S

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Jun 9, 2019

A nice introduction to Data Science and Data Scientist profile.

By Shikhar s

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Jun 4, 2019

It's a nice introduction to those looking to explore this field

By Farooq S

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May 10, 2019

Great introductory course to provide insight into Data Science.

By DIEGO I H G

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Apr 6, 2019

es una excelente introduccion al mundo de ciencia de los datos.

By Munkhtulga G

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Mar 13, 2019

A great course for those who are completely new to data science

By Akshay M

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Feb 26, 2019

This course give me the basic understanding of the Data Science

By Mohammed A

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Jan 1, 2019

Interesting introduction course into the realm of Data Science.

By Sharath C K

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Oct 5, 2018

Solid introductory material on data science for the uninitiated

By Alfiya M

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Sep 17, 2024

Very well scripted and presented. Hats off to the entire team!

By Harshitha K R

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Aug 28, 2024

The course has given me clarity and an idea about Data Science

By Subodh P

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Jan 25, 2024

to start with data science basics, well articulated materials.

By Lebohang P M

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Dec 5, 2023

Great introductory start in understanding what data science is

By cynthia a

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Aug 26, 2023

it gives a proper insight on what data science is all about...

By Thomas P T

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Apr 28, 2023

Excelente curso, da una introduccion de lo que es Data Science

By Raquel M R C

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Apr 19, 2023

Very good introduction to data science, I really recommend it!

By Ryan P A

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Mar 8, 2023

Thank you Coursera for the knowledge sharing and nice website!

By John B

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Nov 14, 2022

Excellent combination of video tutorials and reading material

By Reynaldo d S C

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Nov 2, 2022

Excellent explanations. Very intuitive and excellent contents.