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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....

Top reviews

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.

MG

Jun 26, 2020

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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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 .

By Leonardo B S

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May 25, 2022

Very good introduction to the subject. The people being interviewed are extremely confident in their speech and give useful insights. Tottaly recommend it.

By Seyed M H

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Oct 6, 2021

this course provide a good definition in Data science and from my point of view someone who is determined to be a data scientist should enroll this course.

By Jesus G Z R

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Apr 14, 2021

Really good content with different specialist on the area giving a good overview of What is data science and what opportunites on Data science we can find.

By Prasad J

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Feb 6, 2021

Simple explanations for easy understanding, story well told to make it easier for anyone to understand the fundamental concepts of Data Science. Well done!

By Ben B

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Oct 18, 2020

I enjoyed every second of this course and it inspired me even to pursue this field!

Thank you to everybody that made the videos and made all of it possible.

By Kartik S

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Jun 29, 2020

This is a very nice kick-off course to data science. Thanks to Murtaza Haider and Dr. Norman White for making the foundation an easy-to-understand session.

By Gabriel A

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Apr 28, 2020

Great introduction in data science and analytics! Very well presented narrative with the right amount of graphical information to keep the learner engaged.

By Abhishek C

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Apr 27, 2020

A detailed, simple and comprehensive view of data science supported by research and industry Experts. I thoroughly enjoyed the introduction to the subject

By Pablo M F

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Apr 26, 2020

Good introduction for a total beginner to get the big picture of what Data Science is. Although its a 3 weeks course, it can be done in 1 DAY (a few hours)

By Miron B

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Apr 10, 2020

This is a very brief introductory course for the industry. Before this course, I had a vague notion but now I understand why Data scientists are paid well.

By Mohamed G

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Mar 6, 2020

Great introductory course! Where I felt I had a good understanding of Data Science conceptually, this course articulated its meaning and purpose very well.

By Ruben A

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Oct 26, 2019

Thanks to the financial support of coursera for allowing me to access the beginning of the data science course. I want to continue learning on the platform

By Daniel F

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Aug 12, 2019

A concise and motivational introduction to the Data Science world, explaining by professors and students with extensive experience in different industries.

By Abi G

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May 3, 2019

After completing this course I am finding me confident enough in understanding Data science and its scope in today's world. Please go and take this course.

By Anthony V

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Dec 17, 2018

For someone like me who has no prior knowledge of Data Science, this introductory course gives a really good, concise introduction to what is Data Science.

By Matt D

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Jul 22, 2024

Very informative, easy to get through without being too heavy. Encouraging to get through and doesnt make you feel unqualified to be starting in the field

By Ikakke B

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May 18, 2023

It was an interesting course with great learning insights about Data Science.

The leaning videos are great, the examples, the assignments and instructors.

By Muhammed Y

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May 14, 2023

Bu alanda çalışan insanlardan direkt yorumlu bir şekilde bilgilendilimemiz gayet başarılı olmuş ve çok faydalı içerikler bulundurması beno çok mutlu etti.