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....

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Very good introduction into data science. Some of the videos are very monotone, and it's easy to lose track of where the conversation is going. If you pay attention, you can get some good information.

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It is my first time to take an online Coursera course. I am badly grateful for your financial support. too many thanks seem not enough to express my happiness to finish this course about data science

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By Subal B

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Jul 5, 2019

Fun introduction to data science and what to expect as a data scientist.

By Thywill C K

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May 9, 2019

Very insightful and has good potential of enhancing my career interests.

By Berthain O

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May 5, 2019

I got the answers to the questions to start a new career in Data Science

By Kristin L

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Feb 10, 2019

The course answers the question posed in the title, What is Data Science

By Kyle A W

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Feb 2, 2019

Starting off great. Providing me with all i need to know to get started!

By lafquih h

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Jan 22, 2019

Un cours très clair et très pédagogique, j'ai eu du plaisir à le suivre.

By Christopher D

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Jan 8, 2019

Excellent intro and high level explanation of the field of Data Science.

By Ghulam M

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Nov 2, 2018

Now i can explain that what is data science .it is pretty nice subject .

By Alex M

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Aug 28, 2018

Some very interesting materials in the form of well put-together videos.

By SELEMANI S J

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Aug 9, 2018

Very informative and great interviews. Excellent ways to introduce ideas

By Henry L

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Sep 15, 2024

Excelente curso de introducción a la ciencia de datos, muy recomendado!

By Mubarak U A S

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May 16, 2024

I love it, it feels alive when you discover yourself in something true!

By Misael V M

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Dec 9, 2023

It is an excellent course to take the first steps towards Data Science.

By Vishnu P

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Aug 8, 2023

I have got the basic grasp of data science and that is what I expected.

By Rishav r

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Aug 3, 2023

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By ANGELA G

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Apr 5, 2023

In depth content, easy to understand and has interesting lesson videos.

By Rick G (

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Jul 6, 2022

very nice and good introduction. Great stories and informative insights

By Ramesh p G

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Jul 4, 2022

Got good Knowledge in Basics of Data Science from the Course Material.

By Rajesh H

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Jun 24, 2022

This course would give a overview of the filed of Data Science in brief

By Grace O

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Mar 12, 2022

Clear and simple approach to explaining what data science is all about.

By Gowtham S

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Nov 20, 2021

easy to understand good staff and examples are very easy to understand

By Amrit S

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Jul 28, 2021

Very good introduction into what data science is. Very good instructors

By Syed A R S

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Apr 29, 2021

this course has really hepled to know about data science and its scope.

By Pandarinath B

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Mar 1, 2021

The course is well structured and anyone new to data science can learn.

By Rosendo C

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Oct 1, 2020

Great Introduction to Data Science, can't wait to see the next courses!