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!

Sep 10, 2019

Very learning experience, I am a beginner in DS, but the instructors in this course simplified the contents that made me I could easily understand, tools and materials were very helpful to start with.

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By Rakesh M

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Sep 13, 2019

Awesome!!! Cost of course is bit high!

By POOJA T

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Sep 11, 2019

It's really great course for a start..

By Sebastian V

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Aug 9, 2019

a nice introduction for data science !

By Luke W

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Jul 23, 2019

Great way to learn about data science.

By Aniket R

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Jul 16, 2019

Gives a good overview of Data Science.

By syed s

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Jun 17, 2019

Excellent Introduction to data science

By anirudh j

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Jun 17, 2019

It is very good and informative course

By Daniyal

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Feb 6, 2019

Had a great experience in Data Science

By Arun D J

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Jan 27, 2019

Good start to know about Data Science.

By Lorenzo B

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Jan 23, 2019

Very good introduction to data science

By Cheng K C

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Dec 27, 2018

Informative for those who are beginner

By Moez B

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Dec 25, 2018

Very basic stuff, but a decent course.

By Hatem K

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Oct 26, 2018

Excellent course for python beginers !

By Kevin K

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Oct 2, 2018

It's a good introduction to the field.

By Busisiwe M

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Mar 13, 2025

the best course to enhance your skill

By Awais I

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Mar 9, 2025

very well structured practical course

By Xolani P S

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Jan 8, 2025

Good, would recommend it to my peers.

By Kharmelee d M

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Dec 19, 2024

Amazing introduction to Data Science!

By Ирина Б

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Dec 11, 2024

Цікавий курс , гарне навчання. Дякую!

By Angue N r n

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Oct 31, 2024

A lot have been learned and claryfied

By Elkin C A

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Jul 16, 2024

GOOD GOOD GOOD ,THATS A GOOD COURSE..

By Harris I

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Apr 28, 2024

good to know the base of data science

By Shubham K

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Jan 7, 2024

Awesome videos and reading materials

By adam s

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Dec 19, 2023

It genuinely blew up my expectations!

By Mohammed F A

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Sep 18, 2023

Very excellent and informative course