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

Jul 18, 2018

I thought this course introduced the topic of data science very well. I think I have a much better idea how to describe data science and common terms associated with the field (like machine learning).

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 Mohamed M

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Apr 6, 2020

it's amazing

By PARSHWA S V

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Apr 4, 2020

great course

By Diego F R R

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Apr 1, 2020

Nice course.

By alexander g

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Mar 29, 2020

Excellent!!!

By Palatip J

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Mar 24, 2020

great course

By Ibrahim N

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Mar 11, 2020

great course

By Shiva S T

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Mar 7, 2020

great course

By Mariah G

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Feb 23, 2020

Great course

By Ayush S

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Feb 18, 2020

it was great

By Christopher S

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Jan 30, 2020

Great course

By Chinonso 0

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Jan 26, 2020

nice content

By Firda S

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Jan 18, 2020

Great course

By Fouzia B

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Jan 15, 2020

it was great

By vinay l

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Jan 13, 2020

best course.

By Rodrigo R

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Jan 8, 2020

Is very goos

By Ridip B B

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Dec 31, 2019

great course

By Nausee K

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Dec 24, 2019

Nice course.

By Svetlana I

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Dec 22, 2019

Nice course!

By Brandi H

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Dec 17, 2019

Informative.

By Asif A

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Nov 7, 2019

great course

By Marco C

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Sep 28, 2019

Great curse!

By Muhammad Z H

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Sep 25, 2019

Learnt a lot

By Vanessa A E C

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Sep 1, 2019

Excellent!!!

By ROHAN B

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Aug 31, 2019

Best course.

By ikeakhe m

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Aug 16, 2019

Great course