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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....

Top reviews

MG

Jun 26, 2020

I throughly enjoyed the course and the fact that everything was explained thoroughly. I always enjoyed Dr. White's personal experience with Data Science as well as other Data Scientists point of view.

KK

Feb 23, 2020

Terrific introduction to the Data Science course. Never expected but was extremely excited with the quality of content, speakers and a very honest attempt to making this course interesting.

Krishna

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By Sathish k

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May 19, 2024

Good experience with data science really enjoy to study for coursera platform

By Khavyaa S

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Jan 22, 2024

Gave a very detailed introduction to all the concepts related to data science

By Sierra O

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Nov 5, 2023

Very good course. Really enjoyed it. Also finished this course in three days.

By Jiwon S

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Sep 13, 2023

Great starting point for anyone who is interested but has no prior knowledge.

By Hasnan R

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Aug 7, 2023

A good topic and curriculum and I gained a lot of knowledge and insight here.

By _ D

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Jul 19, 2023

Very good course, the material taught is very complete and easy to understand

By ashish k

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Dec 1, 2022

It is great course the videos and the readings are very informative and good.

By Margaret O

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Nov 21, 2022

It followed an experiential approach. I enjoyed the teaching and learned alot

By Benibo D C

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Nov 10, 2022

i had no idea about data science before now.. but now i love data science ...

By Harryson H

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Oct 9, 2022

Great course to introduce the topic of Data Science to future data scientist.

By Aditi K P P

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Sep 13, 2022

Amazing course, got all the information about what data science actually is,

By Kweku Y

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Sep 8, 2022

This course is a great way to get you started on your data science journey!!

By Muhammad N

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Apr 30, 2022

all around very good course to gain all the basic knowledge about datascience

By Himanshu G

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Feb 16, 2022

Good Structured course with highly interactive videos and learning materials.

By Siddhartha m

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Jan 30, 2022

The course is well designed and helps to understand the scope of data science

By Carlos F

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Nov 17, 2021

Great start course, lots of valuable info on the importance of data sciences.

By Khobie M

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Oct 6, 2021

Definitely a great introductory course to begin one's Data Science journey on

By Vipul S

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Sep 21, 2021

this was an great experience with coursera, nice learning of different topics

By Lokesh D

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Sep 7, 2021

An in-depth course on Data Science basics and who should get into this field.

By Laura R

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Aug 17, 2021

Really useful and easy to follow short course into the basics of data science

By Peter K

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Aug 12, 2021

The course was infromative and gave great insight on the Industry as a whole.

By Diego R M V

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Jun 24, 2021

All the terms explained were reall clear, good way to begin with Data Science

By Aditya

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May 10, 2021

Excellent course for beginner teaches Introduction to Data Science very well.

By Akash B

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Feb 11, 2021

This course was very helpful to understand the fundamentals of Data Science.

By Jason G

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Nov 28, 2020

Interesting first look into Data Science and I'm excited to learn a bit more!