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

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.

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 Laura R

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Apr 19, 2020

It's perfect to enter in Data Science world.

By CARLOS R S F B

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Apr 16, 2020

Muito boa introdução sobre ciência de dados.

By Lloyd L M

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Mar 9, 2020

This is a great introduction to Data Science

By Nguyễn V T

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Mar 6, 2020

The course help me to overview data science.

By Ibrahim M

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Mar 2, 2020

An excellent-structured introductory course.

By eshank a

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Mar 2, 2020

All the topics are categorically explained!!

By Sharon T

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Feb 20, 2020

What a great introduction to Data Science!!!

By Saagar M

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Jan 25, 2020

A great introductory course of data science.

By BESMA S

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Jan 17, 2020

Merci beaucoup pour ce cours très instructif

By Florian B

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Dec 29, 2019

A good introduction to what data science is.

By Jialu W

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Dec 16, 2019

great orientation for data science beginners

By Deepak S

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Dec 15, 2019

it really helpful to know about data science

By Hrishikesh H S

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Dec 1, 2019

Very helpful and informative for a beginner!

By Sai D E R

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Oct 14, 2019

Truly Useful for a beginner in Data science.

By Sade C

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Aug 28, 2019

Enjoyed the course. It was very informative.

By Ashma P

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Aug 12, 2019

Flexible, Interactive & Excellent Learnings!

By Alfonso P

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Aug 4, 2019

Excelente curso, orientación clara y precisa

By Simone I

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Jul 3, 2019

Nice introduction with competent professors.

By Eswaren C A

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Jul 3, 2019

Awfully simple, clear and concise materials.

By animesh g

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May 25, 2019

good to know introduction about data science

By Marvin A

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May 5, 2019

Easy to learn with good quality information.

By Fernando S

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Apr 17, 2019

Excelente introducción a la Ciencia de Datos

By NAVAKANTH B

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Mar 21, 2019

Good course. Had a great experience with it.

By OMER S D O

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Mar 6, 2019

It is very nice course. I got more benefits.

By Siyad A E

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Dec 28, 2018

Very interesting Course in the Data Science!