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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

SH

Jul 24, 2021

Thank you for this coursera.

I get know experience and knowledge in using different kinds of online tools which are useful and effective. I'll use some of them during my lessons. And lots of thanks

PD

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 anubhavbbd

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Oct 12, 2019

Best Introduction to the Data Science

By Akalah F

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Sep 17, 2019

A good round up of data science topic

By Ambareesh k R

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Aug 21, 2019

Interactions with the people are good

By Utkarsh S

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Jul 30, 2019

Good Course to start in Data Science.

By Juan D R V

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Jul 7, 2019

Good course, give a nice introduction

By Azat G

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Jun 25, 2019

Good basic knowledge about the topic.

By Masooth A

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Jun 20, 2019

its very used and helpful my carriers

By Ibaad H

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Jun 14, 2019

Informational and introductory course

By Jorge S P R

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Jun 5, 2019

Great introductory course. Way to go!

By Lorraine L

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Jun 1, 2019

A very informative section. Thank you

By Fazal u R

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Jun 1, 2019

Very helpful course for the beginners

By Jagadeesh K

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May 29, 2019

Good Introduction About Data Science.

By Niroop S

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May 23, 2019

The assessment could have been better

By Appala N

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Apr 20, 2019

Good in info. about intro to Data Sci

By Moray B

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Apr 16, 2019

A great introduction to data science.

By Diego M D

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Apr 9, 2019

this course is good as the first step

By Ifeyinwa F O

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Mar 31, 2019

Great way to introduce data sciences!

By vikram s

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Mar 24, 2019

great introduction about Data Science

By Anastasiia S

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Mar 18, 2019

Great introduction to a Data Science!

By Abhishek J

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Jan 27, 2019

Good Start for Data Science Beginners

By Gowtam N

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Jan 14, 2019

Nice introductory course. Motivating.

By Denis B V

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Jan 7, 2019

Módulo bem completo. Muito bom mesmo.

By James T

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Oct 14, 2018

Easy to understand and good examples.

By Beate S

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Feb 3, 2024

Very compelling and tangible course.

By Amogh C

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Nov 18, 2023

Best Starter course for Data Science