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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

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 Dhiraj K B

Feb 1, 2020

This course is really amazing. This helps you to know about the need for Data Scientists, what they do and what are the fields they work in and also how to prepare a proper report.

By Serhat S

Jan 24, 2020

Very good starting point. Like it. Especially the reporting part is omitted almost all of the other courses. However, this course gave me a structure about that. I am very pleased.

By Guy L

Dec 18, 2019

I would recommend this course to anyone who would like a well rounded intro into what data science is and what data science does. On complaint is the peer review process is flawed.

By Andrew S

Nov 26, 2019

This gave a really good insight into the subject. It helped me understand the whole subject and what expectations I should have to train for and start my career as a Data Scientist

By Ana C G L

Sep 9, 2024

ME PARECE QUE LA CIENCIA DE DATOS ES MUY IMPORTANTE YA FORMA PARTE NUESTRA COTIDIONIDAD A NIVEL MUNDIAL PUESTO QUE RECOPILA TODA INFORMACION APLICADA A LAS LABORES DE CADA PERSONA

By Lautaro T

Aug 2, 2023

Muy buen curso.

El unico comentario que tengo para hacer es sobre los videos de la voz no humana. A veces hace pausas en lugares de la oración que no van, y te hace perder un poco.

By Francisco J M R

Aug 12, 2022

I think that the goal of this course is to get started in What is Data Science , goal that I have obtain easily by doing this course so I am glad I have enrolled in this course :)

By Dhanya T J

May 24, 2022

Such a wonderful experience. Don´t miss the chance to know more about Data Science, it helps to understand more about why and what the purpose of data science in this modern world

By SOURISH D

Jan 26, 2022

This course gives you the exposure to the people working in the data science field and clearly explains what is data science, and the process of it.

This course is well structured.

By suraj g

Oct 1, 2021

Very helpful for beginners . if you have little bit knowledge about what is data science then this course will help you to understand much more about that. with a best professors.

By Tanuj K

Oct 11, 2020

Excellent course for a rookie wanting to understand and know more about data sicence. Good course for those data scientists as well who want to have a business perspective as well

By Prathmesh P

May 4, 2020

the best course for the ones who are interested in generating interest in the field of data science. This course ticks all the right boxes on how an introductory course should be.

By Hiệp P

Apr 21, 2020

I have a great time of exploring new knowledge and thank you for provide a very good high quality of videos.

Contributions: please check the captions of some videos were not match!

By Ashique B Y

Apr 2, 2020

This course gives an consolidated idea about what is Data Science. This will prepare you for the further courses which I am going to dive in soon. Hope those will be exciting too.

By Aman S

Feb 11, 2020

An exceptionally well laid course. Introduced me to the key basics of data science, allowing me to choose and decide my path that I need to follow to become a good data scientist.

By Sumid D

Dec 23, 2019

I always wanted to know about the data science, this course provides all the general information which one needs to know exactly what data science is. Thank you, loved it overall.

By Олег Я

Oct 8, 2019

Очень полезный вводный курс, позволяет четко определить все плюсы и минусы данной профессии. А также помогает ответить на самый главный вопрос "Подходит ли Вам данная профессия?".

By Siripat W

Oct 29, 2018

I learned from coursera about python for data science, but I don't understand a data science, so this course explain about meaning of data science, that made me love it. Thank you

By Junayd I

Dec 19, 2024

Great insight into the world of data science and it's origins from industry experts as well as academic practitioners providing multiple backgrounds, opinions and points of view.

By Mary A

Feb 9, 2024

The course was thorough and explanatory. I just hope the next one which involves web scrapping practicals and programming will be as explanatory. It was a good one though, Kudos!

By Anshuman P

Apr 11, 2022

Amazing course, starting from the very scratch and keeps the interest of the person watching it by showing the practical use and the opportunities we can get through this course.

By Manuel W

Jan 19, 2022

Especially like the when the videos have accompanied text below. The use cases are simple enough to understand and the exercises are appropriate to the level of beginner student.

By Deleted A

May 11, 2020

It was very insightful and informative. I learned about all the applications of data science in numerous industries and the significant role it's going to play in the our future.

By Bora Ö

Jan 5, 2020

I have learned exactly "What is Data Science?". That was a wonderful course. Story-telling and structure of the course were perfect for me. I felt that I'm gonna do that! Thanks!

By Siddharth V

Nov 19, 2019

It is a well-paced introduction to data science that I feel is very important for people to get to know before they get their hands dirty on learning the technological specifics.