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 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!

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 Jesús V

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Oct 18, 2019

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

By Bo L

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Oct 8, 2019

Learn a lot about the basics of Data Science. Great!!

By Jessica I I

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Oct 1, 2019

It was very informative and quite easy to understand.

By Stewart M

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Aug 2, 2019

Very interesting and informative, highly reccomended.

By Chhatrasaal S

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Jul 20, 2019

Best for freshers , superb platform to grab knowledge

By Akash G

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Jul 11, 2019

Well Structured & good quality content with examples.

By Samarth P

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Jun 22, 2019

Awesome course for someone who is new to Data Science

By Ashray G

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Jun 4, 2019

Best course for fresher to know what data science is!

By Diego F

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Jun 1, 2019

An introductory course, but with a very rich content.

By UMAKANTH A

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Apr 22, 2019

Detailed information has been provided, Great course.

By Gaël G

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Mar 29, 2019

Great introductory course on Data Science and beyond!

By Shashank R

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Feb 23, 2019

Amazing course. Got to know a lot about data science.

By Manoel L C N

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Feb 5, 2019

Excellent course to give an overview of data science.

By Jack S L

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Dec 21, 2018

Good introductory to Data Science and Data Scientist.

By Rinrada K

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Oct 5, 2018

I like to learn by this platform and it useful for me

By Yotsutha N

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Sep 7, 2018

very good for learning and have practise after learn.

By Deeksha D N

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Feb 20, 2025

Is this a good course to start learning Data Science

By olaoluwa a

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Jan 23, 2025

it was a great time learning, and very enlightening.

By Yogesh J

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Oct 17, 2024

I am glad that my financial aid has got the approval

By Eduardo C F

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Oct 13, 2024

Great introductory course for Data Science begginers

By Tapiwa

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Jun 23, 2024

I reaaly loved the course and found it very helpful.

By 马杨乐

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Jun 8, 2024

Full of discussions and experiences knowledge things

By Subhash C B E

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Mar 5, 2024

A big round of applause for the perfect introduction

By Alvaro R

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Feb 4, 2024

Muy bueno para introducirte a la ciencia de datos :)

By N A

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Sep 21, 2023

I really enjoyed it. You guys are doing a great job.