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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

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.

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).

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By SHIV S T

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May 26, 2023

yeah! Data science make how to market activities exactly be...you actually can analysis through database.

By Anica C

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Feb 5, 2023

Very good introduction into world of Data Science. I liked it and I gained more motivation to go further.

By Faizan J A

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Dec 1, 2022

Pleasured to complete this amazing course of Data Science, Full filled of knowledge and technical skills.

By The F

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Nov 29, 2022

THIS WAS AN AMAZING COURSE , THIS REALLY EXPLAINED ME ALOT A ABOUT DATA SCIENCE IN A STRAIGHT FORWARD WAY

By ِAshwaq A

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Oct 26, 2022

The course in general is wonderful and very useful, thank you all for the great effort

Thank you coursera

By Khuram A

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Aug 8, 2022

This course is realy helpful to understand about what is data science and what do the data scientists do?

By Subuloye I

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Jul 23, 2022

this course gave all that is there to know about data science before embarking on the journey.

nice course

By Shamiso C

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Jun 24, 2022

This course was very informative and encouraged me to continue learnig. Everything was explained clearly.

By Ayojesu A

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Jun 22, 2022

Exciting to finally start learning what I have been eager to learn! Can't wait to get to the next course.

By Dan G

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Jan 1, 2022

This data science introductory course by IBM is a great step to learning how to become a data scientist.

By Kavindu S D S

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Oct 24, 2021

This is very helpful for beginners who has passion to learn about data Science. Highly recommended course

By Roseller S M

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Oct 5, 2021

This is a nice intorduction/orientation for those who are seeking to futher their career in data science.

By Mateus R

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May 17, 2021

Incredible course clarified many doubts and opened my eyes to a world of possibilities with data science!

By Jonathan H

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Mar 3, 2021

Good introduction to the job as a data scientist, but not that explanatory for the field of data science.

By KRAKOU D G S

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Mar 1, 2021

Very good course so well structured that the effort of understanding is so little to understand very well

By abdo h

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Dec 14, 2020

it is very good introduction to the world of data science , you will know if it is really suit you or not

By Mengyi X

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Oct 27, 2020

If you don't know what Data Science is and what does a Data Scientist does, you should learn this course.

By swathy s

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Sep 12, 2020

Good and deep introduction to the topic data science and the related new opportunity to that great field.

By Матвеев А И

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Sep 3, 2020

The first part of the course clarifies what is DS. It contains lots of examples for better understanding.

By Ignacio A D L

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Jul 30, 2020

I'm so glad i was allowed to take this classes, they were so dynamic and inspiring. Cant wait to do more!

By Yuan H

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Jul 14, 2020

This is a very very meaningful course, thank you for helping us learn more, hope I can continue to study,

By Vishnu K A

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Jun 28, 2020

Very useful to understand basics what is data science and what are skills required to be a data scientist

By ANMOL K C

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Jun 16, 2020

Great course to start with . It contain all the basics that are required to become a good data scientist.

By Rohit S

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Jun 14, 2020

Great content and perfect explanation of all the basic concepts and real world scenarios of data science.

By Dmitry D

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Jun 10, 2020

NIce intro. Fully explains what data science is and what are the main responsibilities of data scientist.