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

Jul 2, 2019

Good introductory course for setting a basis for knowledge of data science and data scientists for someone who may be a novice and seeking to learn more.Good quality in terms of presentation as well.

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!

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By Vince

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Jun 4, 2019

Very informative

By JEFFREY D T

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Jun 3, 2019

Very Interesting

By Anjan S

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May 29, 2019

very good course

By Omar Z D

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May 28, 2019

Very insightful!

By Bishwajit P G

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May 12, 2019

fantastic course

By Abhishek A

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Apr 27, 2019

Clean and simple

By jorge c

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Apr 23, 2019

Excellent course

By Shardul G

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Mar 12, 2019

Very Nice Course

By Emi H

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Mar 9, 2019

Its informative.

By Juan A

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Mar 2, 2019

Excelent Course.

By Amr E B M D

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Mar 2, 2019

The course is ok

By Rajesh P C

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Feb 6, 2019

Very Informative

By kwem k N

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Feb 1, 2019

Very good course

By Chioma J E

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Jan 16, 2019

Engaging Session

By Bryan H

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Jan 15, 2019

Very cool class.

By Mithun J

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Dec 22, 2018

Very Good Course

By Muhammad J K

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Dec 16, 2018

very informative

By Saddam A (

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Nov 16, 2018

very Good COURSE

By ASHOK A R

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Nov 12, 2018

GOD Blessed one!

By SATYAM S C 1

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Nov 9, 2018

Nicely Explained

By Alyssia J

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Oct 30, 2018

Awesome Class !!

By Panuwat U

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Sep 4, 2018

Best for beginer

By CHRISTIAN C M V

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May 15, 2025

Excelente Curso

By carmen z

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Feb 28, 2025

Muy buen curso

By Gayatri G

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Feb 28, 2025

Good Experience