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!

Feb 9, 2023

I love how beginner-friendly this course is. I did not have to panic about not following any lecture since I am new to this field. I know this is the first course but I'm loving it already. <<33

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By Vikalp T

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Feb 19, 2020

Great Course for understanding Basic Terminologies

By Aditya S

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Feb 18, 2020

Great Introductory course on Data science concepts

By manogna

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Feb 16, 2020

the way they teach the students is not attractive,

By jacobo C

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Feb 10, 2020

I enjoyed the content and the way it is explained.

By Wendi W T L

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Jan 8, 2020

A very good introductory course about data science

By Alaa E

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Dec 22, 2019

Excellent Class to start the field of Data Science

By Ratnesh K G

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Dec 19, 2019

Really great , I recommend the course to my friend

By Alessandra X

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Dec 17, 2019

Great course and very nice and catching vídeos! Fi

By Aditya S

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Dec 13, 2019

Excellent Faculty and a good intro to Data Science

By Bhagesh H

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Nov 29, 2019

it's the best introductory course to data science.

By Ama A

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Oct 14, 2019

Introductory, simple, yet full of new information!

By Arturo P

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Jul 17, 2019

Excellent Method And Excellent Support, Thank you.

By Justine M C

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Jun 21, 2019

Excellente to begin to be familiar with the terms.

By Calvin T M

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Jun 13, 2019

Great Course good explanations from the professors

By John K

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Jun 3, 2019

great job at introducing the field of Data Science

By milind g

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May 24, 2019

Nice overview of different terms and good overview

By GERMAIN M

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May 2, 2019

A great starting point to the Data Science career!

By Ajitesh M

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Feb 12, 2019

i came to know practically what data science means

By Jingyang T

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Jan 10, 2019

Good! I got a basic understanding of data science.

By sonal

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Nov 25, 2018

Excellent material and presented in proper way !!!

By Babloo k s

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Oct 24, 2018

Just to know what data science and its aspect are.

By Spataru N

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Oct 4, 2018

Exactly what you need as an intro to data science.

By NAYANIKA G

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Jun 29, 2025

The course was very detailed and well structured.

By N. G

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Oct 8, 2024

Excellent intro for new kid in data science town!

By Benavidez Y S

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Sep 25, 2024

Good course complet in nformation en data science