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!

Jul 18, 2023

Data science is to use new and old data combined with mathematics, statistics, database and other tools to discover hidden problems or insights to help us solve problems or make correct predictions

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By jairo A R C

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Dec 7, 2020

excellent introductory course

By Egwuonwu E M

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Nov 14, 2020

This is the best course ever!

By Peace W M

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Oct 31, 2020

Excellent course for beginner

By Marco R

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Aug 17, 2020

Excellent videos and material

By Mohamed G

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Aug 5, 2020

Very Good Introductory Course

By Bruno c

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Aug 3, 2020

Very good introductory course

By Matthew M N

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Aug 2, 2020

Great foundational knowledge!

By meenu19

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Aug 1, 2020

Great course extremely useful

By Anurag k

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Jul 9, 2020

Thoughtful! and a Great start

By Hussain A A

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Jul 4, 2020

Learn to solve complex issues

By Gaurang N

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Jun 29, 2020

Good Course. Was informative.

By Manideep C

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Jun 16, 2020

Excellent Guidance & coaching

By Aabha G

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Jun 11, 2020

Excellent course . i loved it

By Ayesha I

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Jun 10, 2020

Perfect course for beginners!

By Ashley L

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Jun 8, 2020

Great course! Easy to follow!

By AR R

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Jun 7, 2020

Love every bit of this course

By Kartikey P

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Jun 4, 2020

Very Good Introduction Cource

By Damith H

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May 26, 2020

By Chad H

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May 11, 2020

Good format. Easy to follow.

By Shubham J

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May 6, 2020

Such a Great experience i got

By Jonathan B

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May 4, 2020

Excellent course. Good intro.

By Parth J

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May 2, 2020

Very good foundational course

By Farrukh N A

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Apr 30, 2020

Brilliant course. I loved it.

By Melvin H

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Apr 23, 2020

Excellent Introductory course

By Vannesa M R

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Apr 17, 2020

Una introducción muy completa