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 Yuleny G

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Mar 7, 2021

Excelente explicación

By Mikhail G

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Jan 3, 2021

The good start point.

By Felix B

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Nov 29, 2020

Better than expected.

By RISHAV D 7

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Oct 22, 2020

Very important course

By Raghavendra Y

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Sep 12, 2020

Concise and complete.

By T.Mamatha R

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Jun 30, 2020

its an awesome course

By Prateek B

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Jun 2, 2020

It is all about Data.

By Christian S T

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May 23, 2020

Muy bueno, excelente!

By Vikash M

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May 6, 2020

Simply exceptional !!

By Syed R Z

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May 3, 2020

Great basic learning.

By Mohamed B

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Apr 14, 2020

Good Course Thank you

By Enayat F

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Apr 8, 2020

It was a great course

By Jorge H V

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Apr 4, 2020

Perfect for begginers

By Ekagra S

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Mar 27, 2020

Amazing experience ;)

By Samira G

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Mar 9, 2020

it was outstanding...

By Deleted A

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Feb 23, 2020

Awesome course indeed

By Зайцев Е В

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Feb 5, 2020

Хороший вводный курс!

By M J A

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Nov 20, 2019

Excellent and Concise

By Nourhan Y

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Nov 17, 2019

very useful thank you

By Venkata D

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Aug 12, 2019

amazing introduction!

By Rodney C B

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Jul 30, 2019

Good motivation intro

By Michelle S

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Jul 24, 2019

I enjoyed this class.

By srinath v

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Jul 23, 2019

very good explanation

By Abdo A S

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Jul 19, 2019

really Good over view