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 18, 2018

I thought this course introduced the topic of data science very well. I think I have a much better idea how to describe data science and common terms associated with the field (like machine learning).

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 AVADH P

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Nov 7, 2018

Very good for a beginner

By DARWIN G V

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Nov 2, 2018

Great!!!!! Lo maximo!!!!

By Harold H

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Feb 20, 2024

Very detail for beginer

By Prajyot Y

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Oct 17, 2023

very Wonderfull session

By Nisar K

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Oct 12, 2023

It was excellent course

By Sreenath M

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Oct 1, 2023

Good start for Beginner

By Shuaib A

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Aug 2, 2023

This is the best course

By Zhehao J

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May 28, 2023

Very easy to understand

By Suliman B

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May 22, 2023

Wonderful intrtoduction

By David A

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May 20, 2023

Excellent for beginners

By ISMAIL B

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May 8, 2023

thanks coursera and ibm

By bod o

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Apr 3, 2023

Great and very explicit

By Bùi Đ H

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Mar 25, 2023

very useful and quality

By ABHISHEK C

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Mar 13, 2023

This course is amazing.

By Aderibigbe Q

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Mar 3, 2023

it's been great so far.

By Anaka R

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Jan 23, 2023

Very Useful and Helpful

By Rashmi K

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Nov 20, 2022

it was extraordinaryand

By Razik C

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Nov 19, 2022

Excellente introduction

By Rajat A S

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May 23, 2022

every one should try it

By Domingos N

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Apr 6, 2022

This course is amazing.

By shashi t

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Feb 22, 2022

Highly valuable program

By Kalpesh V

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Jan 21, 2022

Great learning with IBM

By Utkarsh R

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Jan 1, 2022

very informative course

By Morrison O

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Dec 4, 2021

Very interesting course

By Expeditor

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Jul 18, 2021

pretty good entry point