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 24, 2021

Thank you for this coursera.

I get know experience and knowledge in using different kinds of online tools which are useful and effective. I'll use some of them during my lessons. And lots of thanks

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).

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By Rajeswaraprasad S

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Nov 14, 2019

Very good explanations by various data scientists

By Wajahat H

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Nov 6, 2019

Interesting readings and a good general overview.

By Ahmed S S A

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Oct 29, 2019

its very interesting course, thanks coursera team

By Josef H

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Oct 13, 2019

It was a good introduction to this excited field.

By Sharvari U

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Sep 19, 2019

I could learn insights of data science thoroughly

By Janhavi D

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Aug 12, 2019

A clear and concise introduction to Data Science.

By Raveena S

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Jul 31, 2019

Very well structured and explained for a beginner

By Natasha M

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Jul 2, 2019

Easy to digest. Friendly. God-send for beginners.

By Alexandre T

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Jun 12, 2019

Excelente introdução ao tema, clara e abrangente.

By Taiwo A

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Jun 5, 2019

Excellent, Lovely, Simple, and easy to understand

By Emilio J C Z

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Jun 1, 2019

It's a good first step to introduce Data Science!

By Achintha J

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Apr 27, 2019

Gives a good understanding of the subject matter.

By subhasree p

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Mar 26, 2019

precise,informative and makes us learn in no time

By Pichayut A

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Mar 14, 2019

Great introduction to the Data Science ecosystem!

By Richard H

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Mar 7, 2019

The excitement keeps building. I feels like home.

By Shivani P

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Feb 26, 2019

I think it's a great kick start of the beginners.

By Christian A

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Feb 6, 2019

A good point of start to understand data science.

By Chad R

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Feb 3, 2019

Very informational. Great speakers on the videos.

By Leonid P

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Jan 15, 2019

Very good course, I am pleased with the contents.

By 정준영

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Feb 23, 2024

Great course as an introduction to data science.

By Chandrashekhar S

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Feb 18, 2024

Intuitive and deep knowledge of learning. Thanks

By Timothy B

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Feb 6, 2024

It was easily digestible and not hard to follow.

By Joshua Z

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Jan 30, 2024

Good introduction to the theory of Data Science.

By Alexander F D C

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Dec 29, 2023

This course laid the foundation of data science.

By ARTURO C R

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Oct 23, 2023

Buen curso de introducción a la Ciencia de Datos