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

Feb 21, 2019

Excellent quality content! It's a great introductory course that really gets you interested in Data Science. I would highly recommend it to anyone curious in learning about what Data Science is about.

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!

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By Sukumar D

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Feb 15, 2023

I am happy to get this. simple interface.

By Aytek A Y

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Feb 14, 2023

An inspiring introduction to data science

By Gomezgani K

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Jan 31, 2023

very insightful. i really liked it a lot

By naga r

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Nov 29, 2022

Excellent One to Start into Data Science.

By Mohammed W A

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Oct 4, 2022

very intresting clear and understandable

By Dereje L

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Sep 16, 2022

briefly describe whta data science means.

By Muhammad T B

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Sep 9, 2022

The method of teaching is very excellent.

By amira i a

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Aug 17, 2022

very engaging and educative. learned alot

By ANUSHKA S

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Aug 16, 2022

Very nice course everyone should do this.

By Kathia G

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Jul 13, 2022

Excelente la información, de mucho valor.

By Carsten B

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Apr 11, 2022

Good introductory course for data science

By Sarath S

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Mar 23, 2022

Good introductory course for Data Science

By Charles A

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Nov 17, 2021

An excellent introduction to Data Science

By Frane K

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Oct 23, 2021

Good introductory course to data science.

By Edwin Z T

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Sep 20, 2021

Great course towards embrace data science

By 1NH19CS077-Keshav K

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Sep 6, 2021

Very insightful and simple to understand.

By srikanth d

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Aug 28, 2021

Quite elucidative course on Data Science!

By Pranav S

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Jul 13, 2021

Good introduction to Data Sciences course

By Edi G

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Jun 16, 2021

Excellent course ! I recommend it by far.

By Kenyi R

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Apr 9, 2021

Excelente curso, todo muy bien explicado.

By Petek A A

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Apr 4, 2021

Very helpul for understanding the basics.

By Cem A

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Mar 25, 2021

great to understand what data science is

By Ruben B E

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Mar 15, 2021

love how everything is set up for success

By Mohit M

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Jan 23, 2021

Nice introductory course on Data Science.

By Edgar R A

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Jan 5, 2021

very usefull insights, ready for next one