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.

May 27, 2025

This was a good introduction to the field of Data Science. Although I am familiar with the domain, the course offered fresh insights, especially from industry experts and newly minted data scientists

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By Le M H

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Jan 31, 2020

Brief and easy-to-understand introduction to data science.

By Isaac H C

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Jan 3, 2020

Everything is well explained, basic and easy to understood

By Poornima P K

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Dec 17, 2019

A multi-dimensional overview to the field of Data Science!

By Aldo P

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Dec 11, 2019

Great Introduction to data Science for non data scientists

By SHAMIK

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Dec 7, 2019

Great Understanding of Data Science. Well designed course.

By amy

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Oct 13, 2019

its good for the beginner to know what is the data science

By Debesh R

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Sep 23, 2019

Good to know the background and usefulness of the subject.

By Low H S

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Sep 10, 2019

A well rounder overview of data science and its prospects.

By Cyril c

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Sep 8, 2019

Gave a real nice overview of exactly what data science is.

By Christopher D K

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Aug 27, 2019

It is a great study material with a friendly way to teach.

By Salin K D

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Aug 4, 2019

Great Materials and videos for Data Science introductions.

By Edmond D

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Jul 20, 2019

This course was a true orientation course in Data Science.

By Carrie M

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Jul 16, 2019

This is such a great class for understanding data science.

By Akash P

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Jul 3, 2019

it is wonderfull , where we learn.."what is Data Science"

By Omais K

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Jul 2, 2019

Good course to get to know about the field of Data Science

By SAURABH P

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Jun 29, 2019

In this course have a lot of knowledge about data science.

By Nupur G

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May 27, 2019

Good examples to make us understand each and every concept

By Sayed W J

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May 7, 2019

The course is good enough ,I have learnt a lot. Thank You!

By kumaravel

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Apr 12, 2019

The course material is very good. And it is easy to learn.

By Aravind N

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Apr 2, 2019

Clearly lays out what is data science in most simplest way

By Rohan I

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Mar 23, 2019

This course provides a great introduction to data science!

By Aadithya S

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Feb 25, 2019

Gives you a clear idea about what data sciences deals with

By Payal C

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Dec 21, 2018

Great content for people who want to start in data science

By futoshi k

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Sep 23, 2018

Good course to understand Data science and Data scientist

By Tawana P

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May 22, 2025

I enjoyed this course. It was informative and accessible.