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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

FA

Aug 20, 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!

DN

Feb 8, 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 lilian u

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Aug 13, 2020

it was a very detailed course filled with so much knowledge and information about data science

By Ritam D

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Jun 4, 2020

Must do if you are interested in Data Science or planning to select this field as your career.

By Ans M

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May 17, 2020

This course is very helpful especially for beginners. I will definitely recommend this course.

By Ghiridhar S

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May 11, 2020

Excellent explanation of every concept. Quiz and Reading materials make them further valuable.

By BHARGAV A

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May 9, 2020

I am very happy with completion of this course and looking forward to do more on data science.

By sunitha b

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Apr 27, 2020

This course make me learn with curiosity and i am very interested to learn. Thank you sir/mam.

By Prakash G

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Apr 23, 2020

Good explainations from authors and really looking forward to experience the upcoming courses.

By Eliza J S d F

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Apr 22, 2020

this course is really great. All videos and reading materials are of great help. thanks a lot.

By NITESH V G

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Apr 14, 2020

Excellent. I was not aware about what is data science. Now my concepts are getting more clear.

By Laken B

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Apr 3, 2020

IBM offers the BEST online courses! Keeps you motivated and the videos are very informational.

By Paolo Z

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Feb 18, 2020

An excellent overview of the basics of data science, its components and importance in society.

By PEDRO L S S

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Feb 5, 2020

Um curso instrodutorio que permite uma excelente visao para a formacao de cientistas de dados.

By Raúl A

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Jan 13, 2020

Very good introduction to Data Science. They did a very good job explaining each aspect of it.

By Omkar J N

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Dec 10, 2019

Amazing!! Loved the course.Good course for someone who want to get an idea about Data Science.

By Duke

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Dec 8, 2019

Nothing to say, good explain for data science, but use too much time, I think blog is better.

By Alexandre d C P

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Nov 23, 2019

It was a good start to understand what is data science. I eager to learn more about that. Tks.

By Mohammed M

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Sep 27, 2019

this course help you know the basics of Data science it's very helpful thanks IBM and Coursera

By Yeshwant K

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Sep 24, 2019

I loved the course as it gave me a complete outlook of what is data science?

And how to use it.

By ZHANSAYA Z

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Sep 10, 2019

I think it is an excellent introductory information about the field and scope of data science.

By Muhammad S H

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Apr 6, 2019

This course does its job excellently to introducing data science to beginners in data science.

By Pavel A

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Jan 8, 2019

Lots of information about DS. Useful infromation. And very good course for absolute beginners.

By Chandan J

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Nov 22, 2018

This course enables new learners on the concept of Data Science. Great one to start with :) !!

By Juan J

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Feb 14, 2025

Es un curso ideal para la iniciación de cualquier persona en el mundo de la ciencia de datos.

By Endra S

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Oct 15, 2024

This course is so helpful especially since I am interested in a career field of Data Analysis

By Aaron R

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Oct 14, 2024

A bit too general information this cuorse but maybe that is teh beginning of the coure serie.