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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

RS

May 11, 2020

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.

BR

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 Caxton M

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Sep 27, 2022

Very educative and highly engaging. Lays out a proper introduction to Data science concepts and gets learners yearning for more knowledge. Totally worth it.

By Narayana P G

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Sep 9, 2020

Provided a very good academic and industrial perspective of Data Science and requirements of a Data Scientist. Great Work in making the course! Thanks a lot!

By Charles M

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Jul 25, 2020

As someone who is new to data science, I found this course well organized, detailed and very easy to follow. I wish this course was available in high school!

By Amaan S

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Jun 26, 2020

This introductory course is great and gives you a nice understanding of data science. You must take this course before taking any other data science courses.

By Daniel L

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Jun 4, 2019

Starters: Great short course for someone that is in the first steps in the career or is very curios about the topic. Advanced: works to strengthen knowledge.

By Subhadeep S

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Dec 9, 2018

I just learned a lot about Data Science and I'm curious about learning more about it. This chapter gave me an excellent overview about Data Science.

Thank You

By QIYUAN

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Nov 13, 2018

I literately love this course. it provided us with basic idea about data science and encouraged student with different background to join data science world.

By Ruqaiya A

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Mar 9, 2024

Now I know that I am a data scientist and can find a job. This course is highly recommended if thinking of data science but don't know how / where to start!

By Arun V

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Oct 22, 2022

Thank you for offering these courses, many people on the planet in the part of Africa and India need to utilize it for making the future a beautiful place

By Myron G

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Jul 16, 2022

Course gave me a good insght into what is data science and who is a data scientist and what they do. I was really impress with the information provided.

By Lomat H C

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Jun 7, 2021

This course helped me to gather basic knowledges about data science. Those who are beginner in this field, this course might be a very good choice to start.

By Ataima B

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May 28, 2021

an amazing step to beginning a career in Data Science. I encourage all who have passion for Data Science and Analysis to undertake this course with Coursera

By Avinash B

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Aug 7, 2020

Want to know about Data Science?

If YES!! .... Come Here..

The Best course to get clear understanding of what data science is and what data scientist's do..!!

By ibrahim C

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Jun 4, 2020

I learned definition of Data Science very well from different perspective. Now i am sure about what is data science and what is not? it was a fun to l earn.

By Fahad H

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Apr 5, 2020

It is not only introducing to the Data Science but gives brief introduction to machine learning ,deep learning and data mining.It is overall good in itself.

By Pragya A

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Mar 24, 2020

Theoretical and very detailed. For someone who has never heard of this field is gonna be fascinated by this video. Loved the series, now going for course 2.

By SOHAM B

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Mar 20, 2020

In recent times,everyone is converging to data science.The course justifies its title in every possible way to properly describe data science to a beginner.

By Ime B I

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Feb 2, 2020

An awesome course. I like the way the course is taught from a practical perspective instead of the more traditional classroom setting. I highly recommend it

By Dwight D

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Dec 29, 2019

Solid introduction to background and current development of data science. Nicely interwoven with anecdotes from practitioners, educators, and text excerpts.

By Meriel O

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Oct 11, 2019

Good well rounded introduction to what data science is all about, would enable you to see if it might be something you're interested in learning more about.

By Andrew H

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Jun 27, 2019

Clearly articulates what Data Science is and what a Data Scientist does. The production quality is well done and assists the smooth absorption of knowledge.

By Stellah R

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Sep 16, 2018

This was a great introduction to Data Science.This was not the first time I am going through this videos and reading but i did it again.Thank you for this.

By Lewris E M S

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Sep 4, 2018

This module may seem redundant. however, this introductory course gives a good overview of what is data science and what kind of filed you are getting into.

By Vinayak L

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Aug 1, 2023

Thankyou Team Coursera for providing Financial Aid and the course has given me lot of insights of Data Science and how to persue a careeer in Data Science.

By ALI S A

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Nov 4, 2022

This course is really helpful to understand the basics about data science, big data, Artificial Intelligence data analysis and role of data in daily life .