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 Jared T

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Dec 22, 2022

Great Introduction! Thanks!

By Rahul K

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Dec 13, 2022

it is good to get knowledge

By Andrés F M G

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Nov 25, 2022

Introduce well to the topic

By Luis M R F

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Nov 21, 2022

It was a good introduction.

By HongTaeKIM

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Nov 21, 2022

very good! good for starter

By YATHISH.A

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Nov 7, 2022

very interesting and useful

By Ana C

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Oct 28, 2022

Claro y facil de aprender.

By Felistar M

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Aug 10, 2022

Great Introductory course!!

By Selamola T

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Aug 7, 2022

Good Introductory i like it

By MOHAMMED M K

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Aug 2, 2022

really solid for foundation

By Abhishek S

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Jul 9, 2022

VERY FRIENDLY FOR BEGINEERS

By Chinthalapally S S R

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May 9, 2022

Top class teaching experts.

By Veasna C

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May 2, 2022

I like this course so much.

By Ayomide B

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Apr 6, 2022

informative and eye opening

By Hunter F

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Mar 21, 2022

educational and affordable

By Abitha K P

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Mar 19, 2022

Structured and informative.

By guruprakash R

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Feb 1, 2022

Good introduction to course

By Nagalakshmi M

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Jan 29, 2022

this course is very useful.

By Ayush J

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Jan 13, 2022

better than my expectation.

By yadav t

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Oct 23, 2021

i am enjoying this journey

By Nur A M

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Sep 29, 2021

LEARNED A LOT AS A BEIGNNER

By HERLINDA G A S

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Sep 27, 2021

Great course, very usefull!

By Bhaskar S

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Sep 21, 2021

easy to understand content

By Anup S

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Sep 9, 2021

amazing structure of course

By Vishnukant D

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Jun 28, 2021

good course to build basics