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 Michael C

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Sep 6, 2018

Very interesting class!

By Manku D

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Jul 1, 2025

This course is amazing

By Pratap N

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Jun 26, 2025

Complete and Wonderful

By Toufeeque A K F H

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Jun 17, 2025

Very effective course!

By Ronan

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Feb 28, 2025

Good and comprehensive

By Arfat S

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Jan 24, 2025

Very beginner friendly

By Salman R

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Dec 2, 2024

It was good beginning.

By Вікторія Б

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Oct 9, 2024

Інформативно і по суті

By khalfan a

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Sep 25, 2024

ممتازة وانصح بالمشاركة

By Jeffrey M

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Jul 9, 2024

Skills and information

By mohamed s

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Jun 27, 2024

good course good start

By أمل ب ح ب م ا

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Jan 21, 2024

اضافت لي الكثير رائعه

By Byron T V

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Jan 7, 2024

contenido muy completo

By Hitesh M

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Dec 30, 2023

Greate starter package

By Adeola A

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Oct 23, 2023

Great insights for me.

By Gopal P

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Jun 11, 2023

Well structured course

By Manuel M

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Apr 15, 2023

muy buena introducción

By David A O

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Feb 28, 2023

Interactive and simple

By Abdulrahman H

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Sep 11, 2022

An informative course

By Eng S A

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Sep 4, 2022

an outstanding course

By ALI A A A R

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Aug 21, 2022

دورة ممتازة وذات فائدة

By Utkarsh G

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Jul 16, 2022

Very good explaination

By Adyasha M

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Jun 25, 2022

Very well explained :)

By Collin B

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May 24, 2022

Great top-down course.

By GUSTAVO A L R

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Apr 21, 2022

Muy buena introducción