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

Mar 6, 2024

I learned a lot but that might not be a good indicator as I didn't know much about Data Science in the first place. It just fueled my need to know more about the subject so on my side, it's a winner.

Jun 30, 2019

I liked this course very much. The way it is organised to collect different data scientists opinions about the same topic, make it very valuable to the ones who are starting the road to Data Science.

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By krishna b

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Jun 30, 2020

Everyone who are intrested to become a data scientist must do this course

By KWEKU B E

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Apr 20, 2020

Involving, spot on and the best introduction to the study of Data Science

By Sai a

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Mar 24, 2020

My first step in my career is best !! Thanks for the wonderful coursera

By Oxana G

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Feb 5, 2020

Thank you for this course. It was good start for the future achievements.

By Peter C

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Jan 18, 2020

It was an exciting introduction to Data Science and I am glad I enrolled!

By Adeyemi O O

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Jan 6, 2020

This is a great introduction to Data Science and who a Data Scientist is.

By CHIN W L

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Nov 26, 2019

A good introduction and overview to understand data science in a nutshell

By Nitin R

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Nov 23, 2019

Exceptionally good course for beginners who aspire to be data scientists.

By Prajna C

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Nov 13, 2019

It is systematic and informative to start of the journey in data science.

By Mridul G

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Nov 4, 2019

Really clears all the doubts a person may have for pursuing Data Science.

By Aleksei E

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Oct 29, 2019

Good option to get known with what is data science about. Really enjoyed!

By Ashish S

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Aug 11, 2019

Nice & Crisp Videos & Reading material.

Glad that i opted for this course.

By Birzhan A

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Jun 3, 2019

I have an insatiable hunger to study data science now. Thanks, I guess...

By Rabjot S

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May 28, 2019

Beautifully curated course for the brief introduction about data science.

By Rajib M

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May 10, 2019

Very nice information and materials to learn and know about Data Science.

By Pratheek A

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Apr 27, 2019

This course gives a great introduction to what data science is all about.

By Miguel S C

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Apr 26, 2019

Great introduction, I definitely will try to learn more about the subject

By Mohamed M

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Apr 2, 2019

It is a really good intro to get people excited and aware of Data Science

By Tushaar T

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Mar 19, 2019

Beautifully built and very well explained course on What is Data Science.

By Raju K

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Dec 27, 2018

Very good course, provide many chances to learn things one way or another

By Chia C L

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Dec 5, 2018

Very good introduction. It makes one excited to learn about data science.

By Jeanette H

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Nov 2, 2018

Straight forward introduction that is engaging, informative and inspiring

By Ritik k

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Jul 26, 2025

this course enhence my knowledge and curiousity about data science field

By ANTONIO D J G A

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May 19, 2025

Muy básico, pero ayuda a comprender bien qué es un científico y que hace

By Maxence D

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Mar 6, 2025

Très belle introduction en la matière, accessible à tous. Alors foncez !