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 3, 2019

Good introductory course for setting a basis for knowledge of data science and data scientists for someone who may be a novice and seeking to learn more.Good quality in terms of presentation as well.

Aug 21, 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 Sibtain T

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Jan 8, 2022

Very informative and educational.

By Neil C

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Dec 9, 2021

Useful introduction to the field

By Magdalena

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Nov 28, 2021

Very interactive and informative!

By Shruti R

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Nov 10, 2021

Best professional course from IBM

By Jayasinghage D D J

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Oct 27, 2021

I highly recomanded this course.

By Hazem A M S

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Aug 25, 2021

fruitful materials and presenters

By MohammedUmar M

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Aug 24, 2021

Good Introduction to Data Science

By Eletuoh J

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Jul 13, 2021

great course and very resourceful

By BOLLA S S

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Jul 4, 2021

great course for beginers like me

By Kaushal B

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Jul 2, 2021

Incredible experience of learning

By mohamad e z

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Apr 30, 2021

This course is nothing, but great

By Ghanshyam B

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Apr 14, 2021

Really needful. good information.

By Monisha S

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Mar 1, 2021

Nice explanations on Data Science

By Aldley N

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Feb 26, 2021

super helpful, and easy to follow

By Giorgio V

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Feb 3, 2021

Very Best course for Data Science

By Krista S

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Jan 26, 2021

Good introduction to Data Science

By Andi L C

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Dec 31, 2020

Very interesting and informative!

By Carlo N C

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Dec 28, 2020

The course is easy to understand.

By Cesar A G Q

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Dec 22, 2020

Good introduction to Data Science

By Robert C

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Dec 16, 2020

Very informative and educational.

By Irfan M

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Nov 24, 2020

The course is excellently design!

By Utkarsh P

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Sep 27, 2020

Outstanding Course for beginner..

By Maximilian Z

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Sep 22, 2020

Good introduction to data science

By Deleted A

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Sep 5, 2020

very fruitful and simple learning

By Ali S

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Aug 23, 2020

Great work by the Coursera team!!