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

Jul 18, 2018

I thought this course introduced the topic of data science very well. I think I have a much better idea how to describe data science and common terms associated with the field (like machine learning).

Jul 24, 2021

Thank you for this coursera.

I get know experience and knowledge in using different kinds of online tools which are useful and effective. I'll use some of them during my lessons. And lots of thanks

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By Tanveer A

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Dec 8, 2019

My experience was great here. I have learned a lot about data science.

By Yu M C

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Nov 19, 2019

Great introductory put to set the right expectations for data science.

By Ajay M

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Nov 19, 2019

The videos and other materials are simple and excellent to comprehend.

By Shreya M

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Oct 24, 2019

It was an awesome experience

The introduction to Data Science was great

By Mark V B

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Aug 12, 2019

Very insightful. Enjoyed the multiple perspectives from professionals.

By Aditya K

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Aug 10, 2019

It is a great introductory course for getting started in Data Science.

By SANJEEVE K G

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Apr 18, 2019

courser given new life to me

I will search for the job on Data Science

By Jonathan C

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Apr 10, 2019

Very informational and great to build a foundation around Data Science

By Varad

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Apr 2, 2019

Very good course to get a glimpse of Data Science and how it is useful

By Gautham N

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Feb 24, 2019

Good Foundation about what is data science and what data scientists do

By Himanshu J

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Feb 8, 2019

The Course content was good and it gave me concept about data science.

By Samuel P H

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Jan 18, 2019

Very good high level overview of what is means to be a data scientist.

By Mostafa A E O

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Dec 24, 2018

It was very helpful course, giving you an overview about Data science.

By Michael P

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Nov 5, 2018

The videos and reading were concise, clear, and straight-to-the-point!

By Ruth H

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Sep 3, 2018

Very simple, straightforward and logical. Also informative and useful.

By Raul G C

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Jan 15, 2025

Curso muy completo en cuanto a la introducción a la Ciencia de Datos.

By Khoo L C

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Oct 9, 2024

it was great learning experience. i managed to fiddle with the screen

By chisom b

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Aug 24, 2024

It was very detailed and insightful. I had a good learning experience

By Sasha V G

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Jun 3, 2024

Excelente curso, gracias por esta gran oportunidad. Aprendí muchísimo

By Kenyon L

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Nov 12, 2023

A Great module to start the IBM Data Science Professional Certificate

By Ahmad F

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Aug 18, 2023

It is really motivating to understand the importance of data science.

By Ashish S

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Jun 25, 2023

Very beginner friendly course. I was able to complete it in 1.5 days.

By Yordany M L

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Mar 15, 2023

The best way to start data science and find your motivation about it.

By Cesar R

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Mar 13, 2023

Es un curso introductorio pero es muy completo, es meramente teórico.