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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

FA

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!

MG

Jun 26, 2020

I throughly enjoyed the course and the fact that everything was explained thoroughly. I always enjoyed Dr. White's personal experience with Data Science as well as other Data Scientists point of view.

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By SOURAV B

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Jun 28, 2020

its clear my basic understanding of what is data science

By Xiao W

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Jun 24, 2020

Well structured and understandable materials. Thank you!

By juhi m b

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Jun 22, 2020

very wonderful course which is very interesting to learn

By Kurtmind

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Jun 21, 2020

Excellent course for introductory data science concepts.

By Julie B

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Jun 8, 2020

Good start to understanding Data Science for a beginner.

By chowdhury I

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Jun 4, 2020

Thank you to understand how data works in our daily life

By JIAQING C

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May 5, 2020

A good course. This is a good start to the Data Science.

By Juan C C M

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Apr 29, 2020

Excelente curso para introducirte a la Ciencia de datos.

By A T

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Apr 23, 2020

Good course especially for beginners with zero knowledge

By Dr. J G

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Apr 18, 2020

This course helps a lot to get awareness on Data Science

By Saliya J

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Apr 11, 2020

This is a very good introductory course to data science.

By Phynice K

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Mar 20, 2020

This is a very good introductory course to data science.

By Kumar S

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Mar 6, 2020

Great insight on Data Science! Can use at your own pace.

By Parv R

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Mar 4, 2020

completely cleared my doubts about what is data science

By Ivan I

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Feb 15, 2020

Great introduction to the data science and what it does!

By Gokulesh S

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Feb 9, 2020

Presented effortlessly, creating enthusiasm in learners.

By Abel F

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Feb 3, 2020

Introduction for this section is key and very easy going

By Andrew M

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Jan 22, 2020

Very informational course. Great start to data science!!

By Sirwan K

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Jan 13, 2020

I found this course super useful and easy to understand.

By Deepanshu p

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Jan 11, 2020

The course is awesome and I have learned a lot from it.

By Prabal S

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Dec 30, 2019

Good course to everybody who make career in data science

By Azzadiva R S

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Dec 26, 2019

An excellent introduction on whole area of Data Science.

By Jeffery O

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Dec 18, 2019

Great explanation of jus what you are trying to get into

By Sriharsha

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Dec 9, 2019

The introduction of data science is very well explained.

By brian g

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Nov 7, 2019

Great baseline course to better understand Data Science!