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

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!

Jul 19, 2023

Data science is to use new and old data combined with mathematics, statistics, database and other tools to discover hidden problems or insights to help us solve problems or make correct predictions

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By Githugu P

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Sep 5, 2021

It's really amazing how you explain the concepts

By Dwi A

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Aug 16, 2021

A great introduction for aspiring data scientist

By Sudeshna B

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Aug 10, 2021

It is very informative and easily understandable

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Jul 25, 2021

It is a good foundation to learning data science

By SERGIO R M

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Jul 12, 2021

I am excited for everything I have done. Thanks!

By Cristiano J D S F

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Jun 21, 2021

Its a good beggining in the Data Science carrer!

By Danirla D

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May 13, 2021

excellent course material and mastery strategies

By Ayebainasuoton A

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May 6, 2021

Excellent course. Simple design with great value

By Zubair U A

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Apr 20, 2021

Love this course. I learned a lot in this course

By Abhishek H P

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Mar 6, 2021

Best Course for Beginners in Data Science Field.

By Edgardo M E A

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Mar 5, 2021

Great course to start your Data Science Learning

By Obediah S

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Dec 28, 2020

very informative,and easy to follow study videos

By Vurse S

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Nov 27, 2020

A fantastic introductory course to Data Science.

By Emmanuel O

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Oct 19, 2020

A very good introductory course to data science.

By Deleted A

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Aug 18, 2020

Good Course for joining no prerequisites needed.

By David G

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Aug 18, 2020

Good introduction. to Data Science. Recommended.

By Himanshi S

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Aug 18, 2020

best course for the introduction of data science

By Marcel B

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Aug 18, 2020

Great course, very well done and easy to follow.

By Saâd E K

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Aug 17, 2020

Great opportunity thank you for all your efforts

By Afiq S

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Jul 25, 2020

The course make easy to understand the subjects.

By Ben M

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Jul 17, 2020

Great introduction to data science for beginners

By Ahmad A

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Jul 8, 2020

Its amazing course with full knowledge of basics

By Edgar R

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Jul 5, 2020

A very practical way to understand Data Science!

By Oluwaseun A O

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Jun 16, 2020

It helped reinforce my learning in data science!

By Erick G

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Jun 8, 2020

Great introduction to the Data Science universe.