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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

SB

Sep 9, 2019

Very learning experience, I am a beginner in DS, but the instructors in this course simplified the contents that made me I could easily understand, tools and materials were very helpful to start with.

MS

Sep 17, 2020

very useful. i liked and enjoyed the journey of learning in these five weeks. the instructor is very clear and taught very interestingly. Thanks to her. she looked poised and cheerful and professional

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By Ujjivanam

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Jan 30, 2020

Great Course for all the beginners to understand the Data , Analyze, Communicate and to report.

By colin f

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Jan 23, 2020

Good introduction with interviews to what data science is about and how can start becoming one.

By Alejandro G

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Jan 15, 2020

Everything is very clear, concrete with very specific concepts while you go through the course.

By Antonio B K J

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Jan 2, 2020

Very useful introduction to the topic of Data Science and what it means to be a data scientist.

By Saravanan K

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Nov 8, 2019

I really liked and enjoyed the learning because the way you have set the learning is excellent.

By Nikhilesh V

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Oct 8, 2019

The best learning platform I have ever come through Learning things never seems that much easy.

By Cesar H G

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Aug 13, 2019

Muy Interesante Didáctico Practico, y Analitico, Estoy contecto de poder contar con este curso.

By Laboratorio d C d I

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Jan 12, 2024

Excelente curso introductorio para los que tenemos interés en dedicarnos a la ciencia de datos

By Dr. M H

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Oct 3, 2023

Well, One down, 8 courses to go!

I am curious about the next course "Tools for data Sciences"?

By Tharanga N

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Jun 10, 2023

This is very informative and interesting course as the opening course of my series of courses.

By Akash S D

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Jan 2, 2023

This Course Covers or Educates you on what to expect and what to do to land a Data Science job

By Gustavo A M C

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Aug 28, 2022

Excellent course, very complete, and a good starting point for specialization in data science.

By Jennifer T

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Aug 11, 2022

Great insight to the basics. Easy to comprehend even if you're considered new to the concepts.

By Christian C

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Jan 25, 2022

Entretenido y claro, te da la magnitud inicial antes de introducirte por completo en el curso.

By Sourav D

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Apr 19, 2021

A very course on data science to begin with. Thank you for providing the opportunity to learn.

By Maria K

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Apr 12, 2021

Nice course! Very easily structured with good explanations and materials. I really enjoyed it!

By Vamsi K

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Apr 2, 2021

Understood the course very well and looking forward to apply whatever i learned in my projects

By Joseph E

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Mar 11, 2021

This course is one of the best thing that has ever happened to me... Thank you Cousera and IBM

By gökhan g

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Feb 26, 2021

it is a good course so I recommend this course to everyone who has an interest in data science

By Pamela N

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Oct 7, 2020

This is a detailed course that allows one to grasp an understanding of the data science field.

By Zulfadli

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Sep 20, 2020

It's amazing and full of fun introduction course about Data Science! Thanks, Coursera and IBM!

By lilian u

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Aug 13, 2020

it was a very detailed course filled with so much knowledge and information about data science

By Ritam D

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Jun 4, 2020

Must do if you are interested in Data Science or planning to select this field as your career.

By Ans M

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May 17, 2020

This course is very helpful especially for beginners. I will definitely recommend this course.

By Ghiridhar S

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May 11, 2020

Excellent explanation of every concept. Quiz and Reading materials make them further valuable.