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

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.

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 Karunamoorthy M

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Jun 6, 2019

A Great intro to Data Science

By Iman M

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May 21, 2019

Well Structured and Concrete.

By Xinlu Z

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May 4, 2019

friendly to foreign students!

By Jose A C

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Feb 22, 2019

Clear and concise. Excellent!

By Partha S D

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Feb 17, 2019

The classes were informative.

By Anwesh P

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Feb 12, 2019

VERY GOOD INTERACTIVE COURSE.

By Lawrence K M

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Jan 26, 2019

Excellent introductory course

By Miguel R

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Jan 23, 2019

Amazing and very interesting!

By manish

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Jan 13, 2019

its exceptional to study here

By omnia

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Jan 5, 2019

Very good , i really like it!

By Tosin A

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Oct 30, 2018

Very detailed and informative

By Erik J

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Oct 18, 2018

Useful introductory overview.

By Ayush C

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Oct 5, 2018

It is excellent for beginners

By Tarini S G

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Sep 9, 2018

Excellent Introductory Course

By CARLOS A H

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Jan 16, 2025

SIMPLE, DIRECT TO THE TARGET

By Sonia G

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Dec 29, 2024

Muy buen curso. Recomendado.

By ian k

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Dec 6, 2024

it has been good all through

By Lee

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Aug 21, 2024

great and informative course

By Ewesit J E

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Aug 20, 2024

data science is interesting.

By Michelle W

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Mar 17, 2024

Amazing learning experience!

By krushna j

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Aug 24, 2023

good course for data science

By Michael O

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Aug 17, 2023

This course is well detailed

By Ashraf A K

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Aug 7, 2023

This course is very helpful.

By Marcelo J

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Jul 27, 2023

Good introductory material !

By Suman S P

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Jul 23, 2023

Simple and very informative.