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

Aug 21, 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!

Mar 7, 2024

I learned a lot but that might not be a good indicator as I didn't know much about Data Science in the first place. It just fueled my need to know more about the subject so on my side, it's a winner.

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By SUSHANT T

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Jul 21, 2019

Great Introductory course

By Denisse D

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Jul 5, 2019

Was engaging and exciting

By Rohan S

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Jul 4, 2019

Very good course content.

By Daniel C

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Jun 19, 2019

This course is excellent.

By Bouyoucef A

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Jun 8, 2019

Good & simple intro to DS

By Ken N

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May 18, 2019

Very engaging i loved it.

By Lukas K

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Apr 16, 2019

Good start for beginners!

By Ankur C

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Apr 2, 2019

very nice course material

By Дарья

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Mar 27, 2019

Great introductory course

By Isaac Q V

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Dec 15, 2018

Easy and good explanation

By BHAGYUDOY G

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Nov 8, 2018

it was an amazing course!

By Santiago M

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Oct 26, 2018

Nice introductory course.

By Sutthichai K

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Oct 13, 2018

thanks for lighting me up

By Shivanand R K

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Oct 11, 2018

Excellent course material

By Alessandra C

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Oct 5, 2018

Great introductory course

By Christopher M

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Sep 7, 2018

Great introductory course

By Jose A M G

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Jul 28, 2025

Good introductory course

By Kimberly L

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May 16, 2025

Engaging and Informative

By Daneyro E C C

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May 12, 2025

Una orientación perfecta

By Aluya L O

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Feb 9, 2025

Intuitive and insightful

By MANGAMANA W

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Oct 28, 2024

Très simple à comprendre

By chouacha m

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Oct 14, 2024

La formation est crucial

By Muhammad W

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Oct 2, 2024

the course was excellent

By Tharindu D D S

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Sep 25, 2024

Great one for beginners

By michael d

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Sep 23, 2024

excellent starter course