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 Mouaffo K R A

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Feb 6, 2019

Very instructive !!!!

By James G

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Feb 5, 2019

Excellent introduction

By Abhishek M

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Nov 15, 2018

Nice foundation course

By Mike B

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Nov 1, 2018

Excellent introduction

By Terry L J

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Jan 21, 2025

Great starter course!

By Sikandar A

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Jan 20, 2025

Very very informative

By Janaka D

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Jan 18, 2025

Gained good knowledge

By Nariman M

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Nov 28, 2024

IBM you are the BEST!

By Luis G

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Nov 6, 2024

Excelente, buena info

By Lipu d D

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Sep 12, 2024

absolutely fantastic!

By MARCO J V S

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Sep 6, 2024

Excelente información

By Sthefanny C M G

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Jun 24, 2024

Me encanto el curso!!

By wallas W

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Apr 9, 2024

That was wonderful ☺️

By Ephraim A

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Mar 8, 2024

Very great foundation

By Alfredo M

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Mar 5, 2024

Great starter course.

By Muhammed R

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Feb 6, 2024

nice valuable cllsses

By Ananya S

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Jan 25, 2024

not bad for beginners

By Rahul V C

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Jan 20, 2024

very excellent course

By Infas 1

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Sep 19, 2023

The Great Explanation

By Cihan

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Aug 27, 2023

Great Learning Path !

By Rahul S

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Jun 30, 2023

great and informative

By Onaolapo A

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Jun 6, 2023

Absolutely awesome!!!

By jose p

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Jun 4, 2023

great intro. loved it

By Fatemeh

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May 28, 2023

this course was great

By Heba M

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Mar 11, 2023

Good and rich content