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 Hasnain

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Nov 7, 2018

the best course ever

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Oct 5, 2018

Simply, Wonderful...

By Quang N T

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Sep 11, 2018

very good experience

By Shruthi S

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Sep 12, 2025

It was very nice 👍

By MEHTA M C

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Jul 25, 2025

It is a Good Course

By Elmer G L A

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Jul 13, 2025

Fundamentos solidos

By Priyanshu

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Jun 17, 2025

This course is best

By Nataly H

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May 27, 2025

excelente contenido

By NICOLAS P P

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Feb 24, 2025

Muy buen curso 👍🏻

By Fuad A

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Oct 22, 2024

the best cours ever

By Chethana B

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Oct 12, 2024

awe some experience

By Nha N D D

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Oct 11, 2024

Good course. Thanks

By Chitransh D

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Oct 4, 2024

recommended course.

By Tanvirul I

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Sep 6, 2024

Very helpful course

By NALLURU G

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Jul 25, 2024

it is very useful.

By Devi K

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Jul 1, 2024

I Love Data Science

By Issa K

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Jun 12, 2024

Data Science to MAX

By Ahmed t

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Mar 2, 2024

keep going Coursera

By Nakendo I L

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Feb 19, 2024

excellent teaching.

By Kwanele S

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Feb 8, 2024

optimally efficient

By Nifemi J

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Jan 20, 2024

The course is great

By Habtom A

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Nov 3, 2023

very good lecturing

By VADUGURI C S R

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Sep 8, 2023

thanks for coursera

By Oscar A V M

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Jun 1, 2023

its great to start!