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!

Jul 18, 2018

I thought this course introduced the topic of data science very well. I think I have a much better idea how to describe data science and common terms associated with the field (like machine learning).

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By Parv R

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Mar 4, 2020

completely cleared my doubts about what is data science

By Ivan I

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Feb 15, 2020

Great introduction to the data science and what it does!

By Gokulesh S

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Feb 9, 2020

Presented effortlessly, creating enthusiasm in learners.

By Abel F

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Feb 3, 2020

Introduction for this section is key and very easy going

By Andrew M

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Jan 22, 2020

Very informational course. Great start to data science!!

By Sirwan K

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Jan 13, 2020

I found this course super useful and easy to understand.

By Deepanshu p

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Jan 11, 2020

The course is awesome and I have learned a lot from it.

By Prabal S

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Dec 30, 2019

Good course to everybody who make career in data science

By Azzadiva R S

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Dec 26, 2019

An excellent introduction on whole area of Data Science.

By Jeffery O

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Dec 18, 2019

Great explanation of jus what you are trying to get into

By Sriharsha

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Dec 9, 2019

The introduction of data science is very well explained.

By brian g

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Nov 7, 2019

Great baseline course to better understand Data Science!

By Rahul G

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Oct 12, 2019

This course is awesome

i getting many new things to learn

By Diego L M T

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Oct 6, 2019

Excellent cause has a great introduction to the subject.

By Ashutosh Y

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Aug 24, 2019

nice course to kick start ur journey as a data scientist

By C S V

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Aug 21, 2019

Though very basic, quite informative and well organized.

By Arman D

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Aug 12, 2019

A great basic course for basic knowledge of data science

By Sameer G

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Aug 4, 2019

Good starting point to start the basics of Data Science!

By Ali N

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Jul 31, 2019

Great course for understanding the basic of data science

By Frank A

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Jul 6, 2019

Very enlightening not as far fetched as widely reported.

By Aravindan N

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Jun 22, 2019

A great introduction towards understanding data science.

By Mahendran B

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Jun 21, 2019

great course , very well detail for all type of users ..

By Oswin L

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Jun 12, 2019

Good course.Explained nicely the basics of Data Science.

By Chandra R

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Mar 27, 2019

I enjoyed the pacing of the course and engaging content.

By Muddasani U

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Feb 28, 2019

It was very simple and elegant. Thank You for the Course