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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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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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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!

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By Manish K

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Jul 29, 2020

This course is useful to make one aware of data science and its applications. Further, it is a step towards acquiring real knowledge to become a data scientist.

By Christopher J M

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Jun 8, 2020

Course is well organized with interesting instructors/speakers, guided lessons, appropriate level of quizzes, and engaging content. Well done IBM and Coursera!

By Nomit K M

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May 24, 2020

It was totally a new subject for me, but the way this course taught me about the basics of data science was remarkable.

Thanks a lot for such a beautiful course.

By Donna A

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Apr 30, 2020

The course is very informative and provides a comprehensive overview of Data Science. It is very convincing and it has practically presented all the key points.

By Krishna P N

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Apr 8, 2020

Its a very good introduction to Data Science course. One gets clear idea about data science, data scientists daily job, various industries where its being used.

By CHIRAG A

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Mar 21, 2020

Really beneficial for the beginners , especially who are new to this domain and haven't heard these words like Data science , ML , AI , Deep learning Python etc

By Vandy S

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May 22, 2024

I am very comfortable with the method of tutoring. The videos and the notes make the course easy to understand. Am extremely pleased to be part of this course.

By Pramod C

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Feb 27, 2023

I DID NT HAVE ANY IDEA ABIUT DATA SCIENCE BUT THIS COURSE HELPS ME ALOT. EVERY BEGINNERS SHOULD GO FOR THIS CIURSE BEFORE STARTING YOUR CAREER IN DATA SCIENCE.

By Daniel L d A

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Sep 11, 2022

This course gives you a review of what data science is like. It shows its applicability and gives the motivation to learn more about this fascinating subject.

By Zhamcel P

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May 13, 2021

This course is beginner friendly. Now I have a deeper understanding and appreciation for what data science is and what data scientist does. Thank you coursera!

By Jimena L M

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Mar 30, 2021

Brinda información general de muchos aspectos de data science, es introductorio pero brinda una base sólida comprender el contexto y poder seguir profundizando

By selina a

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Jul 25, 2020

DATA SCIENCE IS A INTER-DISCIPLINARY FIELD THAT USES SCIENTIFIC METHODS, ALGORITHMS,AND SYSTEMS TO EXTRACT KNOWLEDGE FROM MANY STRUCTURAL AND UNSTRUCTURED DATA

By Wednesday

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Jun 14, 2020

really thoughtful explaination about what is data science and present from different aspects, which help beginners to build a clear idea on data science field.

By Sai S

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Jun 8, 2020

It’s very useful to understand what is data science what are the use cases of data science and how the master thesis and final data science report should be ..

By Apurva S

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May 31, 2020

Awsome course I have ever learned online. I got so many things about data science that too in well detailed form and easy to learn. Thanks to IBM and Coursera.

By BOBBADHI V S K

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May 12, 2020

Making a separate course on the course name itself shows the depth of teaching style in course specialization.

Feeling good to be learning in coursera platform.

By Shibu D

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May 1, 2020

I am excited to go further with the learning. I have never come across with anyone so clear in thoughts like Prof Dr. Haider and Prof Dr. White. THANK YOU ALL

By Shashank M

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Mar 4, 2020

Those who wants to know what data science really is,tools needed and how to become data scientist. These are the issues which are really dealt in this course .

By Jayesh M

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Jan 19, 2020

Good course from IBM with Data university. Good content. Not much practical course but it is theoretical more. But the knowledge gain from this course is good.

By Erick F

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Dec 31, 2019

If you have an interest in Data Science this is a really good first step to understand what Data Scientist do and what skills are needed to be a Data Scientist

By muhammad H

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Oct 6, 2019

Coursera is the best platform to learn any subject of your interest. I am looking forward to excel my knowledge by taking more courses related to data science.

By vicky s

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Jul 5, 2019

The course have a overview of data science, who want to start career in data science must have knowledge about what is data science and what data scientist do.

By Waqas M

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Jun 7, 2019

Introduction is really good. When i started the course, i thought it will be boring but that was actually really fun to read interesting stuff. Really love it.

By themba s m

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Feb 3, 2019

Being a student in the statistical learning field. This course gives a nice perspective into what a data scientist is... I'm absolutely thrilled to be enrolled

By Murtada H O

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Jul 11, 2024

The course has been very enlightening. Being a beginner in Data Analysis before taking the course, I have been able to understand idea of Data Science better.