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

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

Feb 21, 2019

Excellent quality content! It's a great introductory course that really gets you interested in Data Science. I would highly recommend it to anyone curious in learning about what Data Science is about.

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By Ky A D

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May 20, 2020

A great introduction to data science and information!

By Ahmad G

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May 19, 2020

Thank you Coursera and IBM for this great job for us.

By Vishal P

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May 15, 2020

Best Introductory Course you can find on Data Science

By lee i

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May 5, 2020

very good introduction for a beginner in data science

By Deepak S

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Apr 27, 2020

very informative course for data science introduction

By Anubhav g

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Apr 26, 2020

fantastic course to learn data science from beginning

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Apr 24, 2020

Informative and concise introduction to data science!

By Shuyao H

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Apr 22, 2020

A detailed and friendly introduction to data science.

By Sanjali S

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Apr 12, 2020

A very good course to gain an idea about Data Science

By Nariman Z

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Apr 7, 2020

materials are very well structured! good instructors!

By Dang D D K

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Apr 4, 2020

A great course for your first step into Data Science.

By David R E C

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Mar 31, 2020

Very interesting even if you already know the basics.

By Muhammad A C

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Mar 31, 2020

Its a good first step to start learning data science.

By Manoj D

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Feb 29, 2020

Good content and interactive videos

I like the course

By Uri K

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Feb 20, 2020

Wonderful introduction on Data Science for beginners…

By 陳淳鈺

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Feb 18, 2020

Great to know some basic knowledge about Data Science

By Julio A

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Feb 1, 2020

Very relevant course as a introduction for the topic.

By Saurabh M

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Jan 23, 2020

A life towards new beginning in new age of Technology

By Juan C C R

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Jan 22, 2020

Great introduction of the concept about Data Science!

By Ahmed M A O H

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Jan 4, 2020

The course gives a nice general view of data science.

By Anwesh G

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Dec 31, 2019

Best course to start of your journey in Data Science.

By Kuldeep S

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Dec 5, 2019

This starter is a great journey to start with, Thanks

By Brad A

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Nov 27, 2019

Basic, but good overview of the field of Data Science

By Kethavath S

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Oct 28, 2019

It is a good course for Introduction to data science.

By Jesús V

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Oct 18, 2019

Great introduction to a whole new career, in my case.