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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 Bahadır B

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Oct 24, 2020

It's an excellent point to start data science you're briefly introduced to data science and environments by professionals.

By Deleted A

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Oct 17, 2020

I specially found that the interview concept of the course with developers and instructors is very interesting and useful.

By Prabhakar R

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Sep 1, 2020

I would recommend this for a wonderful insight into what Data Science is and who a Data Scientist is and what he/she does.

By Vineet T

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Jun 29, 2020

Very comprehensive, easy to understand the course. The authors were very good at telling the story in a neat and easy way.

By Mohsina k

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Jun 28, 2020

Coursera provide data science Ibm course I have gaine lot of knowledge thanku coursera provided for me data science course

By Deleted A

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Jun 27, 2020

The course gives deep insight about data science,basics of data science and application of data science in business world.

By Adarsh A

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Jun 21, 2020

exceptional basic understanding and the overview of data science

i really like the perspective of professor murtaza haider!

By Julieth P

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Jun 20, 2020

I learned all the fields of development that have Data science and how we can help in a productive way with the right use.

By sandeep

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Jun 19, 2020

it was a well organised course with extremely helpful videos and materials. looking forward to the remainder of the course

By Ummuhan A

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Jun 6, 2020

video content is quality and fun. Especially visual content is very catchy and understandable. Many thanks to all of you !

By C J P

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May 26, 2020

Very easy and clear to understand, and I love being able to go at my own pace. Fantastic start to getting into this field.

By Achyuth k

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May 11, 2020

It is good to learn basics before going to advanced concept. This course helped me to understand the concept of the course

By Vijayashankaran R L

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May 2, 2020

They simply explained what's data science and everything necessary to make you a data scientist, in the best possible way!

By Andrew k

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May 1, 2020

i really find the course of so much importance in the coming days to come. as i can confidently apply for job applications

By Arunesh P

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Apr 27, 2020

The course is a beautiful introduction for candidates who want to know what Data Science is about and what does it entail.

By James Y

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Jan 26, 2020

This is a very good introduction to data science, well-structured help quick understand the whole picture on data science.

By Arnab B

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Jan 3, 2020

Excellent study and got to listen to people working real time on these topics and technology. Wonderful experience indeed.

By Armin S

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Nov 9, 2019

The course contains much good general information about Data Science, It is one of the best beginning path to Data Science

By Tejas B

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Oct 24, 2019

Awesome introduction to Data Science with good reading and useful videos to give a start to the path towards data science.

By Kannan M

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Sep 1, 2019

Excellent videos and reading materials. Presented in a cogent manner. I find it easy to go through and learn the concepts.

By Elmir G

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Aug 16, 2019

That course just gives you what the really data science is, and what directions you should focused on, highly recommended.

By Emir S

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Jun 1, 2019

Its very good introduction course, I learned couple more things from it even if I was researching about this topic before.

By Alexandru S

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Apr 9, 2019

This is a very good course to start the journey into Data Science. Not to technical, just to get a "flavour" of the field.

By Samuel S

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Sep 26, 2023

Conteúdos realmente relevantes e muito didáticos, a transcrição das videoaulas ajuda demais quem não é fluente em inglês.

By Irfan H

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Jul 10, 2023

The course was well organized, clear and easy to follow. The Instructor's did a great job in covering the course material