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 Gaurav J

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Jul 31, 2020

A good insight of Data Science.

By Ankur s

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Jul 21, 2020

extremely useful for beginners.

By Shivender K

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Jun 23, 2020

Amazing courser.Thanks coursera

By Prakhar S

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Jun 22, 2020

Awesome Insights For beginners!

By Ansari Y

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Jun 18, 2020

Wonderful informative content !

By Deleted A

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Jun 13, 2020

Good starting for Data Science.

By vipul g

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May 15, 2020

It was Great Experience Overall

By Dr. R K P

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Apr 26, 2020

good explanation, good contents

By Anushka D

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Apr 20, 2020

its a really interesting course

By David V G

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Mar 1, 2020

Great primer into Data Science!

By Thirunavukarasu S

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Feb 22, 2020

Excellent. Very well explained.

By Atanu C

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Feb 7, 2020

Basic and gives a nice overview

By abdul g

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Jan 11, 2020

Excellent course for beginners.

By Amala H

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Dec 28, 2019

Great overview of Data Science.

By Santhosh R

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Dec 27, 2019

a perfect Entry to data science

By gayatri l

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Dec 20, 2019

Great and different experience.

By Kamlendra P S

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Dec 9, 2019

good course for basic knowledge

By Gaurav P

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Dec 6, 2019

Great way to learn data sceince

By Xuan H N

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Nov 22, 2019

Great course, very good videos.

By Elias S

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Nov 22, 2019

One of the best online courses.

By Bhupal R P

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Nov 12, 2019

Very basic course. Nice videos.

By pramit m

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Sep 1, 2019

Awesome course..will give 10/10

By Faiza A

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Aug 10, 2019

informative course for beginner

By Narendra Y

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Jun 29, 2019

Best for starting data Science.

By Mangalam K

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Jun 20, 2019

Very Informative to get started