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 Maria S

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Jul 17, 2020

Very understandable introduction to Data Science !

By Atharva P

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Jun 23, 2020

best course to kickstart a career in data science.

By David A R

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Jun 17, 2020

Excellent conceptual introduction to Data Science.

By OURAMI M Z

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Jun 16, 2020

Very good theoritical introduction to data science

By Dhanesh J

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Jun 7, 2020

Excellent course for a basic data science starters

By Yudheksha

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Jun 7, 2020

very good course, appropriate for college students

By Shreya N

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May 16, 2020

Well defined introductory section of data science.

By Wilman C

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May 12, 2020

Easy to follow, engaging. concise and informative.

By Tough T

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May 7, 2020

Lays down a good basic understanding of the topic.

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Apr 26, 2020

The best course of a introductory for data science

By Rachana L

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Apr 11, 2020

It was greatly put together and easy to understand

By Moises A M T

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Mar 30, 2020

it's been a great opportunity to learn a new skill

By Sehrish R

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Mar 20, 2020

Fantastic. Course covers all aspects for beginners

By Vikalp T

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Feb 19, 2020

Great Course for understanding Basic Terminologies

By Aditya S

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Feb 18, 2020

Great Introductory course on Data science concepts

By manogna

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Feb 16, 2020

the way they teach the students is not attractive,

By jacobo C

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Feb 10, 2020

I enjoyed the content and the way it is explained.

By Wendi W T L

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Jan 8, 2020

A very good introductory course about data science

By Alaa E

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Dec 22, 2019

Excellent Class to start the field of Data Science

By Ratnesh K G

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Dec 19, 2019

Really great , I recommend the course to my friend

By Alessandra X

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Dec 17, 2019

Great course and very nice and catching vídeos! Fi

By Aditya S

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Dec 13, 2019

Excellent Faculty and a good intro to Data Science

By Bhagesh H

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Nov 29, 2019

it's the best introductory course to data science.

By Ama A

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Oct 14, 2019

Introductory, simple, yet full of new information!

By Arturo P

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Jul 17, 2019

Excellent Method And Excellent Support, Thank you.