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

Aug 20, 2023

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!

Feb 21, 2019

Excellent quality content! It's a great introductory course that really gets you interested in Data Science. I would highly recommend it to anyone curious in learning about what Data Science is about.

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By Karthik N

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May 23, 2022

it provided great insights into data science.

By Jana A

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Mar 22, 2022

It's definitely got me excited to learn more.

By Gabriel A S

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Oct 28, 2021

Good introduction for a beginner Data Science

By Neetin V

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Oct 7, 2021

Very Nice Course for Data Science Beginner !!

By Justin C

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Jul 15, 2021

Great introduction an overview to the subject

By Irwan S

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Jun 28, 2021

Good place to start your data science journey

By Nicolette N H

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Jun 24, 2021

Loved my first course! Cant wait to do more!

By Sudhakar S

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Jun 20, 2021

nice introduction to the data science carrier

By Samra J

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Apr 12, 2021

great course. .Keep learning... Keep growing.

By Amber M

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Feb 16, 2021

Good solid intro to the world of data science

By Olayinka O

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Jan 25, 2021

Very easy to follow. No complicated language.

By Berkay Y

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Jan 21, 2021

Very well structured and nutritious contents.

By Alexander O

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Jan 20, 2021

Excelente introducción a la ciencia de datos.

By mas A

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Jan 10, 2021

great stuff for beginners in the field of DS.

By henry·lilikanesi

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Oct 30, 2020

I like the course and the teacher is so good.

By Ligin S G

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Jun 20, 2020

A well structured introduction to the course.

By Vivek

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Jun 1, 2020

best way to increase the knowledge about data

By Nishant K

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May 29, 2020

Very nice learning experience i got from here

By Owolabi O R

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May 28, 2020

The course content is rich and comprehensive.

By Byungsik S

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May 10, 2020

Very helpful to know about data science field

By Musa M

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Apr 17, 2020

Excellent course, much detailed and thorough.

By shabad r

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Apr 12, 2020

Key learning to introduction of data science!

By Sushant S

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Mar 25, 2020

I am very happy after completing this course.

By Joemi A Q

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Mar 17, 2020

The course was amazingly full of information.

By Letian D

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Mar 4, 2020

Very good course for beginner of data science