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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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FA

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!

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 Hafsa I

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Aug 24, 2023

This course is quiet useful in understanding about data science is and different terms related to it along with it you get to know about the scope of data scientists and in which fields it can be applied and how and what information or knowledge you need to become a data scientist.

By Preetham s D

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Apr 22, 2020

This is a course which can provide knowledge on Data Science Foundations .A person who is having 0 knowledge on Data Science ,after taking this course can have a clear cut view of applications of Data science and can gain knowledge that can drive his passion in Data science career.

By Anshu a

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Apr 14, 2020

This course has given a basic view about data science and tools being used by data scientist. Easily described about AI, Data mining and neural network. I came to know the basic differences between deep learning and machine learning and how they are interrelated with each other.

By Dinara K

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Jan 7, 2020

Course gives fundamental discription of what is data science and who is data scientist. I have learnt about the skills that are need to become a good data scientist. In general, it is great course, that will open your curiosity and interest to learn even further about data science.

By Kenny W

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Feb 25, 2021

Great intro course! It gave me a deeper understanding of what data science is and what data scientist do. I would recommend it to anyone that wants to get into the field and wants a deep understanding of what skills you will develop and how you would contribute to an organization.

By Jehad h

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Jul 2, 2019

This was just an introduction, but you have done an amazing job. I used to enroll in many courses before in different majors on-campus and online, but no one was enjoyable as this one. I have full motivation to keep exploring on this course details and the next sections. Good job.

By Orah S

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Jul 30, 2024

Dear Sir/Madam, My name is Orah Richard Ojochegbe, I am from Nigeria, my goal is to obtain my MSc and Ph.D. in data science (Especially AI, Big data and Machine learning(Data mining) in your organization. I have completed a course on what is data science? Please update my account

By ahmad a k

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Mar 4, 2023

This course help me understand more about the huge role plays by every data scientist out there. Besides the important of having data, collect data and the understanding to extract data can help in grow and scale any business and also helpful in saving lifes by early prediction.

By Marius-Liviu B

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Dec 15, 2021

My first course taken on Coursera and implicitly the first Data Science course here. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the materials, the integration with IBM services, the professionalism and kindness of the authors and the philosophy of the entire Coursera ecosystem.

By Shalini k

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May 16, 2020

TO KNOW BRIEFLY ABOUT DATA SCIENCE YOU CAN EASILY LEARN AND HAVE BRIEF KNOWLEDGE VERY EASILY...ONE CURIOUS ABOUT HOW VERY LARGE DATA KEPT SAFELY VERY LARGE IN HOSPITAL, INDUSTRIES ETC...BY THE DATA SCIENTIST AND HOW THEY DO..THEY CAN JOIN THIS COURSE

ALL THE BEST

THANKYOU COURSERA

By Abdullatif A

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Aug 6, 2024

The course was truly beneficial and useful. It was informative and well-prepared for those interested in data science and looking to develop their careers in this field. I can say it was a comprehensive course. They addressed each topic without leaving many questions unanswered.

By TAIWO O

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Mar 3, 2024

This introductory course, "What is Data Science?", is highly explanatory and well delivered by industry experts. It gave me a full glimpse of what data science is. It is highly preparatory for those who want to dig deeper into the world of Data Science. I heartily recommend it.

By Ounam G

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Mar 24, 2020

The title of the course really interprets what the entire course will teach you. Very informative, even though I am myself going for masters' didn't knew a lot that they covered in this series of lectures.

You will surely change your field if not in the same after watching this!!

By Zach P

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Dec 9, 2019

A really great course, and an adequate amount of work/quizzes. It says about 3 weeks long of a course you can finish most of it in 1 full week of work. Which is perfect for someone like me, where on the weekends after work I can gain some huge progress and not feel so far behind

By Edgar A

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Aug 14, 2024

Excellent introductory course for beginners. If you don't have a clear idea of what Data Science is or what Data Scientists do, this is the course for you. Testimonies from several people teach you why is Data Science important and what has been / can be done with data science.

By Sampriti p

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Sep 4, 2021

I really like this course. I have learned a lot from this course. It's really helping me. I learned, basic concept of data science and the various activities of a data scientist’s job, and methodology to think and work like a data scientist. Personally, I recommend this course!

By Marco M W

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Oct 10, 2019

Is quite scary to say the least to jump in to something named: Data Science, specially when you don't come from a Data or a STEM way of life. After finishing this course I have to say that I just want to keep learning to get my certificate because I'm sure I can make it happen.

By Luz D C N

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Aug 13, 2024

La ciencia de datos es un campo académico interdisciplinario que utiliza estadística, computación científica, métodos, procesos, algoritmos y sistemas científicos para obtener, tratar, analizar y presentar informes a partir de datos ruidosos, estructurados y no estructurados.

By Ruslan C

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Jun 15, 2020

The course was very informative. Now I have a clear image of what is data science and how it's being applied in a large variety of industries. Moreover, I learned what specifications are required for being a data scientist at a specific field and process of being hired.

Thanks

By Adnan K

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Feb 6, 2020

For someone who does not have much of a clue, this course was an eye opener.

Dr. Murtaza Haider has explained Data Science very simply and effectively through his videos.

Any one who wants to understand what is Data Science at a preliminary level, this is absolutely recommended.

By KHURELSUKH D

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Aug 30, 2020

The course was a great introduction to data science. I wanted to study data science but I didn't know which skills I need to be a data scientist. This course made it real clear to how to become a data scientist, why to become one, and what it takes to become a data scientist.

By Martín r

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May 7, 2020

This course does a very thorough job at giving an overview of Data Science and what Data Scientist do. However, I would've liked for it to have delved a little more into how the rest of the certificate course is structured and what to expect; class contents, assignments, etc.

By Bhavesh G

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Apr 1, 2020

I get an idea about the data science field. Also, I get an idea about the basic responsibility of the data scientist. I'm not a data scientist and not having statistical background but I bit confident after pursue this course I will start my career with data science. Thanks.

By Prajwal P

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Jun 28, 2020

This course helped me lot by clarifying all the basics of data science such as its scope, necessity, the prerequisites to become a data scientist, how different industries use data science to improve their performance, what are the components of data science and a lot more.

By Dennis L

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Apr 22, 2020

Very well done. Gave me some insight as to what Data Science is. I think anyone looking into Data Science should check out this course. It'll give you some background as to what Data Science is and help you with the decision of whether you want to dive into the field or not.