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 Manivannan D

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Jan 16, 2019

I like this course metrical & Exercises are good and interesting to do more courses

By Melvin S

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Jan 17, 2025

Buen curso introductorio para conocer de qué se trata el área de estudio del curso

By Luis A M G

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Oct 29, 2024

Curso elemental para la comprensión e introducción al mundo de la Ciencia de Datos

By Maria T M

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Oct 10, 2024

Very interesting. The videos using actual professionals and students were the best

By Jairo M O e

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Jul 16, 2024

Muy interesante, ver la evolución de este campo que promete seguir evolucionando.

By Karen S

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Dec 29, 2023

I really like as it shows I have the curiosity feature data scientist usually has.

By Manav M D

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Dec 22, 2023

This course will help you to make a better foundation in the field of data science

By sathya n

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Jul 22, 2023

It was really a good experience and it was facinating to learn about data science.

By Hiep D

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Jul 29, 2022

ok good!

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By Pempho M

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Apr 15, 2022

Very good delivery with relevant examples which simplifies the learning experience

By Jamil H

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Feb 9, 2022

A great introduction to the field of data science and what a data scientist does.

By Glenn R

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Sep 26, 2021

If you are unsure about Data science, this course really gets you an understanding

By SURAJ S

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Jul 16, 2021

One of the best courses for getting started in Data science or business analytics.

By Loubna C

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Apr 7, 2021

Beginner introduction to Data Science and what you need to become a data scientist

By Prince P N

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Mar 18, 2021

Gives a very clear definition and explanation of data science and data scientists.

By Beket B

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Mar 7, 2021

Great course to get introduced to the sexiest job of 21st century, to Data Science

By Gaurav S

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Sep 23, 2020

excellent very informative, detailed and clear enough to understand for a beginner

By Jan W T T

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Sep 16, 2020

Thank you for giving out study materials like this. Will refer this to my friends.

By Sarthak D

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Sep 7, 2020

Amazing course to get started if you feel you might be interested in Data Science.

By Dariy S

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Sep 2, 2020

Great introductory course. Materials are laconic and easy to absorb. Thanks, guys!

By Poornima V S

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Jun 17, 2020

So many concepts, presented in a compelling manner. Enjoyed working on the course.

By I. Z

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May 10, 2020

It gives good introductions to data science and its potential to better our world.

By Harsha v

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May 4, 2020

I like this so much ,because this is the best e-learning platform I have ever seen

By Deepak K G

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Apr 25, 2020

It was very good course. This course has cleared my all doubts about data science.

By Somtoo O

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Apr 15, 2020

Enjoyed the content of the course as the instructors made understanding very easy.