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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

MG

Jun 26, 2020

I throughly enjoyed the course and the fact that everything was explained thoroughly. I always enjoyed Dr. White's personal experience with Data Science as well as other Data Scientists point of view.

SH

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

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By Arpit S

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Jul 18, 2020

very insightful, It covers all basic concepts and terminologies for a complete understanding of the subject

By shubham k

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May 25, 2020

Best course for the beginner who wanted to pursue career in data science and want to become data

scientist.

By John M

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May 18, 2020

It is one of the best course to learn Data Science. The Audio and Video Quality of the Course is top notch.

By Joseph K

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May 1, 2020

I have 20 years of experience and this is my first formal Data Science course. I thought it was excellent.

By Isabella C

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Apr 30, 2020

This course was amazing!! It made it really easy to learn about data science because it was so interesting.

By Meera M

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Apr 3, 2020

A really cool course that helps you understand the basics of Data Science! I really enjoyed the coursework!

By Sushant K S

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Feb 14, 2020

I really love this course .Its helps me to understand the what actually Data science and Data scientist do.

By Chukwuemeka E

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Feb 11, 2020

A detailed explanation of the term Data science, its quite educating most especially the delivery approach.

By Mayank S

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Jan 10, 2020

This course is amazing. It gives you a complete sense of what is a data science and who is a data scientist

By Tarek M

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Dec 30, 2019

One of the top courses in Artificial Intelligence that teaches the basics and fundamentals of Data Science.

By Yash J

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Dec 27, 2019

Good Course. Gain good and clear understanding about the Data science its application and Scope. Thank you.

By Sri

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Sep 12, 2019

it really is a good kick start for beginners, the interviews and lectures were very interactive and helpful

By Omer L N

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Aug 31, 2019

The course sets up good knowledge of data science and high motivaiton to push yourself forward to learn it.

By Vinit K S

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Jul 14, 2019

This course gives a brief idea on "what is Data science?". This will help, beginners to get started easily.

By Deepanshi S

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Jun 22, 2019

best course ,as it provide complete information of data science .And also provide professional certificate.

By Mina

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Nov 14, 2018

This course was clear, understandable and doable even for me, who is an absolutely beginner in programming.

By Mark B

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Oct 29, 2018

Great way to get introduced to the topic of Data Science. Looking forward to the next course in the series.

By Zezhou J

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Sep 24, 2018

Great introduction to what data science is in some broad sense, and what is desired to be a data scientist.

By Anwer A

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Sep 6, 2018

It gave me pretty much what I would ask for in an introductory course to a field I know very little about.

By Jose L

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Sep 24, 2023

Effective qualitative course for someone wanting to get an understanding of what encompasses data science.

By Paul W

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Apr 20, 2023

An excellent overview that will give you a sense of what is to come which will likely be more challenging!

By Admir A

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Aug 5, 2022

The course was very informative and fun. I learned a lot going along and would recommend it to my friends.

By Mohamed H M E s

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Jun 1, 2022

it was a great course had a lot of valuable information and helpful instructors, i would like to thank IBM

By Oscar C U

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Jun 29, 2021

Excelente curso, proporciona una idea clara de lo que es Ciencia de Datos y qué es un Científico de datos.

By AMMISH T

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May 1, 2021

Great Introduction To Data Science by Industry Experts and content was delivered in a very intriguing way!