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 Kunal R

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Jun 16, 2020

Great course for beginners

By siddharth v

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May 22, 2020

Knowledge at its best form

By chandragiri H

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May 21, 2020

The course was intresting.

By Madhuri R

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May 11, 2020

A good introductory course

By Dr A T

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May 6, 2020

Interesting and educating!

By Rodrigo P B

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Apr 29, 2020

Great value. Great course.

By OLUCHUKWU G

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Apr 16, 2020

Data Science is sexy✔️✔️✔️

By Shane R

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Apr 9, 2020

Great value, good content.

By Jingyang Z

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Mar 9, 2020

非常好的课程，可以激发学生对于数据科学的兴趣和热爱。

By PRAJAPATI J K

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Mar 3, 2020

good and batter understand

By Rizal P

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Feb 18, 2020

a very good place to study

By Josh H

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Jan 8, 2020

great full beginner course

By Madhurjya B

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Dec 27, 2019

Informative and helpful :)

By Biswajit M

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Dec 20, 2019

Good to start Data science

By Md M S

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Dec 19, 2019

great for an introduction!

By Amit K

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Dec 17, 2019

best course i ever learned

By Shubham R

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Dec 2, 2019

It was a great experience.

By Ajay S

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Nov 25, 2019

Great Introductory course.

By Ozkan B

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Nov 25, 2019

Informative and simplified

By Mofe J

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Nov 20, 2019

Stimulating and insightful

By AC

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Nov 15, 2019

Good topic to start with..

By Lida M

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Nov 4, 2019

Informative course. Thanks

By Tetiana Z

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Nov 4, 2019

Great course for beginning

By Oleg T

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Sep 10, 2019

Great introductory course!

By Samitha S

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Aug 18, 2019

Excellent. Thanks Coursera