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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!

MG

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 Tigist D N

Mar 31, 2020

excellent presentation and lectures by the instructors. However, it could be helpful to have more reference materials.

By Nida Z

Feb 26, 2020

Though I was familiar with the concept and worked a bit almost a decade ago but I've gained a lot through this course.

By Charles N

Feb 12, 2020

The content was expository and really introduced me to the world of data science and its relevance in the world today.

By Rishi K N

Feb 6, 2020

Absolutely loving the materials and videos so far and certainly learning and taking a lot in quickly because of this!

By shubham k

Dec 22, 2019

the assignment keeps you engages even listening from experienced people help you to know what data science actually is

By shreyas g

Dec 20, 2019

The course is very well designed. The course material is well written and represented in easily understandable format.

By 张婧雯

Dec 7, 2019

It's an excellent course. Makes you have a general idea about data and data science. I think it is good for beginners.

By H A

Oct 18, 2019

Interesting course! it gives you a clear idea about what's data science.Now I feel more excited to continue learning .

By DiAndré

Oct 10, 2019

Great way introducing students to the subject whilst making them think about possible Data Science projects to pursue.

By Adi-Naitey P

Sep 27, 2019

Good overview of what Data Science is all about and the skill sets and behaviours required to be a good Data Scientist

By Abhishek S

Sep 24, 2019

The course provides a detailed information on Data Science. It's simple to understand. I highly recommend this course.

By Pouyan K

Jun 2, 2019

It is a perfect course for beginners who want to have a better understanding of what is data science, and what they do

By Raghvendra S

May 2, 2019

This course is a great insight to Data Science, opportunities and how to become a Data Scientist. I loved learning it.

By Yogesh N

Jan 28, 2019

It's give clear idea of Data Science. Now, I can distinguish between statistics and data science without any

ambiguity.

By Vikram R

Dec 1, 2018

Gives a very good overview of what Data science is and what are the ways to learn it and adapt it including use-cases.

By Aniwene A M

Oct 4, 2024

This course got me so excited all the time, I would ditch doing other things to continue with the course. I loved it.

By Tatiana K

Jul 31, 2024

It is a great introduction into Data science field, and it reassured me that this is the career path I want to pursue

By Carlos Q

Jul 19, 2024

Great course, provides the student the foundational theoretical knowledge o what data science is. Very recommendable.

By Aryan P

Jun 1, 2023

it has helped in understanding the data science introduction and its use in daily basis . This course is very helpful

By Nestor D

May 21, 2023

Buen curso muy completo e interesante para los que comenzamos en Ciencia de datos, quedas con deseos de aprender mas.

By Rahul R

Nov 28, 2022

Pretty solid introduction to Data Science. Very approachable to beginners without any prior knowledge of the subject.

By vandana k

Aug 30, 2022

I enjoy this course, with the experienced data scientists and given the more knowledge about data science .thank you.

By Paul T C

Jul 13, 2022

Effectively instills in me the learnings for an introduction to the field and aspects of the data science discipline.

By Blissful Y

May 24, 2022

Easy to understand, and it's very interactive in the delivery way. Luckily it is not monotonous boring tone. Love it!

By Muhammad B

Apr 29, 2022

A good introductory course to get the overall view of what data science is and what it's like to be a data scientist.