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

Jul 3, 2019

Good introductory course for setting a basis for knowledge of data science and data scientists for someone who may be a novice and seeking to learn more.Good quality in terms of presentation as well.

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!

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By Edwars G S M

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Jun 19, 2023

Very good to start in the Data Science world!

By Shashwat

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Jun 14, 2023

Good 10,000ft description of Data Science!!!!

By Steven J

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May 29, 2023

quite interesting to learn about data science

By SHAMSUL B B F

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May 23, 2023

Awesome and beautiful delivery and expression

By Kamran S

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Feb 24, 2023

Great introductory course. Enjoyed it so much

By Olalekan O

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Feb 14, 2023

Learning is very flexible and well explained

By Heet B

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Feb 12, 2023

great instructors providing amazing knowledge

By RAJ K

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Jan 6, 2023

Very good course for all students or learners

By Ujjwala S

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Nov 22, 2022

learned many things about the technical world

By Ajesh R

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Nov 1, 2022

A perfect orientation to Data Science topics.

By CESAR D M C

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Oct 11, 2022

Good course for introduction in data science

By Humphrey O

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Oct 3, 2022

Very well-delivered course. Learned so much!

By Venumadhav G

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Sep 9, 2022

Great Cource. Recommended to data analysts.

By THUYLLA G R

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Aug 21, 2022

Excelente curso introdutório em Data science.

By Rajib C

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Jul 21, 2022

Excellent orientation course on Data science.

By Chinnakorn J

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Jun 13, 2022

Very great details on "What is Data Science".

By Karthik N

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May 23, 2022

it provided great insights into data science.

By Jana A

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Mar 22, 2022

It's definitely got me excited to learn more.

By Gabriel A S

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Oct 29, 2021

Good introduction for a beginner Data Science

By Neetin V

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Oct 7, 2021

Very Nice Course for Data Science Beginner !!

By Justin C

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Jul 15, 2021

Great introduction an overview to the subject

By Irwan S

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Jun 28, 2021

Good place to start your data science journey

By Nicolette N H

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Jun 24, 2021

Loved my first course! Cant wait to do more!

By Sudhakar S

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Jun 20, 2021

nice introduction to the data science carrier

By Samra J

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Apr 12, 2021

great course. .Keep learning... Keep growing.