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 Suman N M

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Mar 21, 2022

Nice intro !! It was helpfull

By ANUSHKA J

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Mar 6, 2022

Excellent Course! I loved it.

By ADARSH C

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Feb 19, 2022

great platform for begainners

By Ajit M

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Feb 10, 2022

great, very good information.

By James N

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Jan 29, 2022

Very informative and engaging

By andres h r l

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Jan 25, 2022

Excellent introductory course

By Saharsh N

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Jan 25, 2022

Great Intro with great people

By Mr. A D

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Jan 24, 2022

it is a nice learning session

By Vikram M

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Jan 12, 2022

Excellent course for Beginner

By Nischal D

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Dec 12, 2021

Excellent and easy to follow.

By Arkajyoti S

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Oct 21, 2021

Very informatively explained

By Muhammed T G

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Oct 18, 2021

Basic and informative lecture

By Moamer A

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Sep 12, 2021

This is the Wonderful Course.

By Muhammad I

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Aug 27, 2021

Excellent course for begineer

By R.D.J.M. R

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May 24, 2021

great course for beginners...

By Subhankar B

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May 24, 2021

Amazing Course for beginners.

By Uriel C

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Mar 15, 2021

Es una muy buena introducción

By Nnamdi O

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Mar 1, 2021

Excellent introductory course

By Tommy F

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Feb 25, 2021

Great for learning the basics

By Bhawani S S

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Jan 28, 2021

Good Concepts and good course

By jairo A R C

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Dec 7, 2020

excellent introductory course

By Egwuonwu E M

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Nov 15, 2020

This is the best course ever!

By Peace W M

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Oct 31, 2020

Excellent course for beginner

By Marco R

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Aug 17, 2020

Excellent videos and material

By Mohamed G

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Aug 6, 2020

Very Good Introductory Course