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

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!

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 André R

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Mar 27, 2022

Good introduction to the main contents.

By Vikas M

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Dec 29, 2021

Knowledgeable course. Thank You Coursera

By 이경호

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Dec 26, 2021

Easy to understand and good explanation.

By Ayhan i

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Nov 26, 2021

Best for who wants to start Data Science

By Fran K

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Aug 21, 2021

Nice introductory course to data science

By Sharukh M

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Aug 3, 2021

easy to understand.good graphics quality

By Ajay K S

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Mar 11, 2021

Excellent design, methods and curriculum

By Lujan F

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Mar 4, 2021

Muy claro para los que recien comenzamos

By Muhammad A I

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Dec 30, 2020

A perfect understanding of data science.

By Damir T

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Dec 25, 2020

Quite useful as an overview of the field

By Cường N

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Oct 19, 2020

It is a good start for a newbie like me!

By SUIYA L

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Sep 3, 2020

Easy to access to even for the beginner.

By Huma A

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Aug 29, 2020

Great short introduction to Data Science

By Taner Ö

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Aug 9, 2020

Very Useful Introduction to Data Science

By Hebah K A

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Jul 27, 2020

Excellent course to start my career with

By VINAYAK P A

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Jul 15, 2020

The Data Science course is exceptional..

By pkr

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Jul 13, 2020

Amazing Course, great work on making it.

By Nalisha l

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Jun 24, 2020

A good introductory course for the basic

By Neil S

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Jun 23, 2020

An interesting overview of data science.

By Karan S C

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Jun 22, 2020

Best orientation course for Data Science

By Avadhoot

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Jun 21, 2020

I have learnt the basics of data science

By Neene A

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Jun 1, 2020

Great input and knowledge. Mind opening.

By Shehan N F

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May 29, 2020

This is good knowledgeable online course

By raghul

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May 22, 2020

Nice and motivating towards data science