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 Karishma J

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May 23, 2020

A little volume was required while the prof spoke

By Rebecca M

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May 12, 2020

Great course, lots of good background information

By Ettore N

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May 4, 2020

Curso de introdução a Ciencia de Dados excelente.

By CHAMAKURA R R

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May 3, 2020

good option to start the learning of data science

By Abdesamad S

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May 1, 2020

Even i was a initiated, i learned new things too!

By Aathesh A

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Apr 27, 2020

For basics for Data Science its an amazing course

By James L G

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Apr 23, 2020

Very informative and great intro to Data Science!

By Tarun S S

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Apr 22, 2020

amazing learned a lot from the experience faculty

By Ankan M

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Apr 20, 2020

Basic Course to know the Insight of Data Science.

By Xrvo.5

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Apr 18, 2020

thanks this course is amazing thank you very much

By Alexander X C

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Apr 18, 2020

Good course and glimpse into what Data Science is

By Sudhir S

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Apr 17, 2020

Excellent videos, explanation & process followed.

By bhavya b

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Apr 17, 2020

awesome course give you the brief of data science

By Deleted A

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Apr 6, 2020

it's a good and interactive introductory course ,

By Balaji S

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Apr 5, 2020

Easy to understand materials and excellent videos

By Francisco Y O H

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Mar 30, 2020

Great course, everything was explained perfectly.

By chinenye c

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Mar 30, 2020

it was a great learning experience. i enjoyed it.

By Ahmed E R

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Feb 25, 2020

it's good to gain good background of data science

By RALLAPALLI R S

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Feb 17, 2020

NICE WELL AND GET GOOD KNOWLEDGE FROM THIS MODULE

By Mike E

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Jan 25, 2020

Great course to learn the basics of data science!

By Stanislav L

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Jan 5, 2020

link for IBM cloud doesn't work please check this

By Ivan J

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Dec 27, 2019

Everything was perfect and with understanding. :)

By Fabian C

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Nov 30, 2019

Good introduction to data science... I want more.

By Maryam M

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Nov 21, 2019

It is very beneficial for me and for any beginner

By Rajeswaraprasad S

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Nov 14, 2019

Very good explanations by various data scientists