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

Mar 7, 2024

I learned a lot but that might not be a good indicator as I didn't know much about Data Science in the first place. It just fueled my need to know more about the subject so on my side, it's a winner.

Aug 21, 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 Dipak P

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Jun 24, 2020

Very helpful and informative

By samar

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Jun 23, 2020

Awesome and engaging course.

By Lalit R

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Jun 14, 2020

Very Good orientation course

By Vaishnavi. N

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May 5, 2020

Yes I agree that my feedback

By Audu A U

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Apr 14, 2020

Great Data science Resource!

By Thayla B T

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Apr 12, 2020

Very important for beginners

By Ladislav V

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Apr 6, 2020

Simple yet very informative.

By mahdieh m

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Mar 27, 2020

perfect course. Thank you :)

By Gegham V

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Feb 24, 2020

It was excellent, thank you.

By TODD J W

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Jan 21, 2020

Great intro to data science.

By Ajitsinh S

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Dec 29, 2019

Excellent - Beginner Course.

By uttam c

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Dec 19, 2019

good course for data science

By Rohan O

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Nov 26, 2019

Good start with Data Science

By FRANCIS N

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Sep 11, 2019

Very informing and realistic

By Minu V

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Aug 2, 2019

An explanatory introduction.

By Christine R

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Jul 17, 2019

Super Easy and fun to learn.

By MOHD A

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Jul 10, 2019

This is an auspicious course

By Qianqian C

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Jun 21, 2019

quite useful basic knowledge

By Denis A

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Jun 20, 2019

very pleased with the course

By Vishal A

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Jun 5, 2019

Explained in Detailed Manner

By KARTIK S

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Jun 1, 2019

fabulous course for freshers

By Rakesh g

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Apr 22, 2019

Very good Intro...Be Curious

By Pralhad G

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Apr 12, 2019

Great intro to data science.

By PRASHANT K

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Feb 27, 2019

Smooth and very informative.

By Bilel A

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Feb 7, 2019

Great intro to Data Science!