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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 useful. i liked and enjoyed the journey of learning in these five weeks. the instructor is very clear and taught very interestingly. Thanks to her. she looked poised and cheerful and professional

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i found course is very helpful for me and new candidates. it indroduces scope and varoius facts about data science, i enjoyed by learning this course. course quizes are helpful to understand subject.

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By nihar p

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Feb 3, 2020

A brilliant course for beginners who want to know about data science and career growth in data science.

By pavan k

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Jan 23, 2020

An awesome course which will clear everything for kickstarting your career in the field of data science

By Ayush K

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Jan 19, 2020

A very good insight to "what is data science ?"

It will allow you to relate your work with data science.

By Matthew F

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Jan 8, 2020

Very informative and engaging, this is a really good introduction to the topic from people in the know.

By Arya K N

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Jan 4, 2020

The syllabus is well structured and the tutors are explaining the things in a simple language. Loved it

By Leo T

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Dec 9, 2019

Great beginner level introduction providing insight into the scope of the field and as a career option.

By Mahesh B

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Dec 9, 2019

A very structured and comprehensive course for people in all fields (Operations, Supply Chain, HR etc.)

By Agnus H

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Oct 14, 2019

Excellent overview of Data Science, presenting very important tips for those starting out in this area.

By Raghunath R G

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Oct 1, 2019

It provides complete outline about what is Data Science and helps us to understand where we can fit in.

By Julian B S

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Jul 8, 2019

Excellent Course. It is clear and easy to understand. I enjoyed it and I would live to take it further.

By Navathej K

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May 22, 2019

This course helps one understand how the data science term was coined, its background and fundamentals.

By Uche C O

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May 5, 2019

Really great introduction to Data Science so far. Let's see what the next courses have in store for me.

By Muhammad A K

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Aug 28, 2018

Very easy to understand. A perfect introduction to what data science is in one of easiest way possible.

By Kwame A

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Jul 31, 2018

Before this, I knew nothing about Data Science, very good introduction and overview. Absolutely superb.

By Andres C T S

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Jul 20, 2023

an excellent introduction to the world of data scientists, I want to follow this path of the industry.

By Carlos R R

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Feb 12, 2023

Very good structurizad course with a comprehesive review of the subject. Just what I was looking for!.

By Mritunjay S

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Jun 7, 2022

A very good introduction to hte field of data science to someone who is starting in this amazing field

By KITTIN T

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Mar 24, 2022

It is an introduction course to help you understand "what is data science and what data scientist do".

By Carol C

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Jan 20, 2022

It's easy to catch the domain knowledge of data science. Great for beginner to start from this course.

By Dina A

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Jan 6, 2022

I really enjoyed the course and got a lot of information about data science and every thing about it.

By Kunal K

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Jul 28, 2021

It is nice introduction towards data science and it sure makes you understand where you will heading .

By Claudette C

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Mar 22, 2021

Effective principles of understanding presented, and clever coaching to pursuit career in Data Science

By Antoine T

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Dec 2, 2020

Good introduction to Data scientist. To be continued with following courses if you want to get skills.

By Toby F

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Aug 24, 2020

Provides a great basic level of knowledge in the field of Data Science, and is a great place to start.

By Vemula M

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May 18, 2020

Very useful course and can be easily related to real life examples. Professors are highly experienced.