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, 2023

Data science is to use new and old data combined with mathematics, statistics, database and other tools to discover hidden problems or insights to help us solve problems or make correct predictions

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 valentju

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Dec 13, 2020

Excellent content, very informative...

By Liviu C

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Nov 17, 2020

A very good introduction to the field.

By Paul R P

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Oct 3, 2020

It was a Great Intro to Data Science!!

By Anuj M

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Aug 1, 2020

VERY NICE, INFORMATIVE AND UP TO DATE.

By Anoop K

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Jul 16, 2020

Very nicely explained video tutorials.

By Raja G R V

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Jun 27, 2020

its wonderful intro course on big data

By Pooja S

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Jun 26, 2020

It's a very good course for beginners.

By Tushar A N

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Jun 24, 2020

Excellent refresher into Data Science.

By LADY Q A

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Jun 24, 2020

THANK YOU FOR ALL. I LOVED THE COURSE.

By Ajay K G

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Jun 23, 2020

excellent course to learn Data Science

By Adeniyi M F

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Jun 16, 2020

I'm excited to be part of this course.

By GANESH P

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May 13, 2020

this course structure is very good ..

By Aina A

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May 12, 2020

A good and strong start for beginners!

By Soumadip D

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Apr 27, 2020

good for introduction in data science

By Mi N

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Apr 26, 2020

Great overview course on data science!

By Egemen E

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Apr 18, 2020

Thanks to IBM for this amazing course.

By Laeeq P

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Apr 15, 2020

Brilliant work and awesome information

By Wael S

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Apr 7, 2020

introduces the basics in simple terms.

By Rishabh K S

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Mar 6, 2020

Outstanding material...just go for it!

By Merlin L

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Feb 10, 2020

Excelent introduction to Data Science!

By Mohammed A A

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Jan 27, 2020

easy to understand and it is in detail

By Andrés A P S

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Jan 22, 2020

Muy clara y muy concreta, mil gracias!

By Musadiq H

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Jan 15, 2020

Course is awesome and the instructors.

By Daniel A V G

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Jan 14, 2020

A good course to start, easy to learn.

By Johan S

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Jan 8, 2020

Great start to my new learning pathway