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!

Jan 15, 2022

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 Nishanthi A

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May 11, 2020

Excellent view of Data Science and its future. Thank you Coursera for the wonderful opportunity.

By Mogal I

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Apr 25, 2020

It help to know about how a data science is more important for industries and future generations

By Jatin R

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Apr 25, 2020

It will create great interest towards data science and gives you basic knowledge of data science

By Mohit U

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Apr 18, 2020

Excellent introduction to Data Science. I loved the short talks from Prof Haider and Prof White.

By David E

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Apr 8, 2020

Pretty basic intro. Easy to get through quickly. Provides proper definitions for rest of course.

By Ioannis D

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Apr 1, 2020

Excellent introduction to Data Science with real life examples of applications and career paths.

By Nagendra

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Mar 17, 2020

Good for students in need. It is a better platform to change the world by sharing the knowledge.

By Pratik S

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Mar 9, 2020

Thank you IBM and Coursera for wonderful certificate, I had learned new things from this course.

By Chandini C

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Feb 25, 2020

This course helps us to understand the need for data science and why choose data science career.

By Suchitra K

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Feb 18, 2020

This course is help me to understand the field of data science and its importance in businesses.

By Shivam M

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Nov 22, 2019

A brilliant start for a layman to know about data science and its utility in contemporary times.

By Naeem A

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Sep 16, 2019

A good course gives you insight about how data science works and what data scientist actually do

By Lavlesh C

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Aug 29, 2019

The best Data Science course!!! All you need to do is put in a little effort and enjoy the ride.

By Charles S

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Aug 12, 2019

5 Stars from me. Really good introduction to Data Science. Was well worth the effort to complete

By Mohamed R

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Jul 30, 2019

This course is an orientation for data science, it's for people who wonder what is data science?

By Sanjay D

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Jan 7, 2019

Gives an overview about what is expected from Data Scientist and what Data Science is all about.

By Sérgio M G S

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Dec 12, 2018

It is a great course. It was able to teach me important introductory notions about data science.

By Prabhjot J

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Aug 25, 2018

Was good learning spl, if you are looking to build from your anlaytics skills into data science.

By Lameck F

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Sep 24, 2025

Well structured, informative and generally great for orientation into the world of Data Science

By Jeison V A

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Jun 16, 2025

This couse provides an amazing review about what is data science and what does a data scientist

By Jarley S

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Jan 25, 2025

Great content for all people like me, that started in this passionate new world of Data Science

By Caroline A

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Nov 26, 2023

The course is high quality. I thought I new the basics of data science... but I learned a lot !

By Wili W

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Nov 25, 2023

I really enjoyed learning about What is Data Science?. Studying on coursera is very fun. Thanks

By Johar A

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Sep 24, 2023

This course is amazing. It made my mind very clear about data science. Thanks IBM and Coursera.

By Сергей К

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Apr 22, 2023

This course is really interesting. It pulled me even deeper in my desire to study Data Science.