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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....

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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.

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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!

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By Debaprasad M

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Feb 3, 2021

The course was well structured and informative. It opened a new door for data science in my mind and I got to learn from the highly educated professors of the best universities for data sciences.

By Pratik A

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May 19, 2020

Best course to start your data science journey with. Basics are explained nicely, even for a first timer like me who had no idea in programming learned everything thoroughly. All in all 5 stars!!

By Eugene N

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Mar 18, 2020

This was very helpful in giving insights about what data scientists do and how the data science has grown over the years. Highly recommended for people who want to pursue a career in data science

By Mohamed A

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Mar 2, 2020

I loved the videos and the readings, very interesting and useful. The explanations towards data science were detailed and learners can think and take it forward as per the individuals interests.

By Sarthak M

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Dec 14, 2019

This course will explain you with examples the perfect meaning of the all the stuff that you need to know if you are planning to pursue a career in the field of Data Science. I really liked it!!!

By Vinodkumar B

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Nov 10, 2019

begun with this course with introductions to Data Science and what data Scientist should do or be curious about when working with large sets of data.Being a beginner,hoping to work hard moving on

By William B L

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Mar 6, 2019

Great definition of an area of study that is still emerging, but a rising star, already. I was very impressed with the interviews, lectures, and papers given for reference. Definitely a winner!

By Piyush P

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Feb 25, 2019

This course was awesome and I liked the approach IBM followed to access the students based on their understanding of the contents of the course. Here,I am introduced to the world of Data Science.

By Cindy C

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Dec 13, 2018

Great opener course! I learned a lot about what Data Science actually is and possible career paths. I'm excited about the future classes and can't wait to find a position in this type of field.

By Alfonso R

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Jul 25, 2024

Great overview, it teaches you with ease a lot of (in my case) unknown concepts without overwhelming, I would have liked to see a little bit more of examples, or graphical ways to show schemas..

By Deborah N

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Feb 9, 2023

I love how beginner-friendly this course is. I did not have to panic about not following any lecture since I am new to this field. I know this is the first course but I'm loving it already. <<33

By Dzung D

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Aug 26, 2022

I did not have a IT background before. However, I got clearly the orientation of Data Science after the course and I am very interested in exploring more this new fantastic field - Data Science.

By Dr. S U R

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Oct 1, 2021

This course is very nicely designed and provided necessary startup of data science in a concise yet elaborative way. The experts explained all concepts with a nice blend of theory and practical.

By Bharat B

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Aug 4, 2021

Excellent introduction to the field of Data Science. Easy-to-understand material. Tests and Graded Assignments werealso equally good. Thoroughly enjoyed this course. Looking forward to the next.

By Mariano J C

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Jul 10, 2020

This course provided in depth overview of Data Science and and opportunity for me to learn more about this fast growing industry and gauge whether it's a good fit for my career goals and skills.

By Polina B

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Apr 30, 2020

This course helped me to understand what the data science is. Now I realise which skills I have to acquire to become a high-class Data Scientist aside from the main which are the most important.

By Yozgart A

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Apr 17, 2020

Great materials (videos, readings, and quizzes). This gave me the correct answers of why I should continue this path for my professional career. I'm really excited to finish the complete course.

By Imam A M

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Dec 17, 2019

Awesome course, before i take this course i have no idea about what is data science? what is it? and now i learn more about data. Thank you for ibm and special thanks for financial aid coursera.

By Tanmay S

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Oct 2, 2019

This module will provide deep knowledge of what is data science, machine learning, deep learning, role of data scientist, key skills required, career option, usage R, Phyton, predictive analysis

By ibrahim b

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Apr 11, 2019

This Course gave me an insight to data science, its implications and how to tell a good Narrative with Data.This course as actually made me decide what i want to pursue my M.Sc in. DATA SCIENCE!

By Jonathan O

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Jan 31, 2023

I thought I had great knowledge on what data science was, until i came across Deep Learning, AI. And then I concluded, There Is much to it and much more to come in the nearest year and further.

By Aryan A

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Aug 1, 2021

It's is very useful for me. Like it's help me to know the basic things. Every body try to learn but no body focus on basics like starting point but this course is give you knowledge about basic

By KOLIPYAKA R

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Nov 24, 2020

The way the teacher taught with their real life examples Will definitely ignites spark to learn and know the importance of Dat Science . This course is recommended for all sort of enthusiasts.

By Keshav A

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Jul 17, 2020

Really great course designed by IBM and Coursera. specially i thanks to coursera for giving us great platform of learning. Again i thank u coursera for giving me financial aid. I love coursera.

By Patel T

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May 19, 2020

This Course is Excellent for me Of Brief introduction of what is data science and where can use data science , and how to solve the world problem using data science and Artificial intelligence.