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 Joshua Z

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Jan 31, 2024

Good introduction to the theory of Data Science.

By Alexander F D C

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Dec 30, 2023

This course laid the foundation of data science.

By ARTURO C R

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Oct 24, 2023

Buen curso de introducción a la Ciencia de Datos

By Abdulwahab B

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Aug 7, 2023

This course opened my eyes to data science field

By Emil P

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Jun 11, 2023

Excellent, very detailed and easy to understand.

By otieno a

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Apr 13, 2023

This was a great introductory to the certificate

By Salomon S R

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Mar 11, 2023

It's a great introduction to data science world!

By Noah F

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Jan 7, 2023

Great introduction to the world of data science!

By Doniyor E

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Dec 9, 2022

Decent course to get an overview of Data Science

By Zu Z A

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Aug 31, 2022

This course attracted me to be a data analytics.

By Utshav P

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Aug 3, 2022

Beginner friendly and very good course for start

By satyasuryapavan c

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Jul 22, 2022

exceptional course from beginers to intermediate

By John S

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Jun 21, 2022

Great introduction to the field of Data Science.

By Mani k Y

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Jun 16, 2022

Course gives an good overview about datascience.

By Passara T

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Jun 7, 2022

Rich information about fundamental data science.

By Harsh C

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Feb 25, 2022

A very good course to know what data science is!

By Deepak P A

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Jan 6, 2022

Loved it , great motivation and Knowledge by IBM

By César A V E

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Nov 26, 2021

Muy buen curso, excelente abordaje de los temas.

By Kwan Y M

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Nov 10, 2021

Length of course is perfect, and detailed enough

By Yuman J

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Nov 6, 2021

Gained a lot of valuable insights! Thank you IBM

By Jorge A R A

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Oct 2, 2021

Gretat course! I learned a lot, thank you guys!

By Christopher W E

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Sep 10, 2021

Great Introduction to the field fo Data Science

By Githugu P

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Sep 5, 2021

It's really amazing how you explain the concepts

By Dwi A

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Aug 16, 2021

A great introduction for aspiring data scientist

By Sudeshna B

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Aug 10, 2021

It is very informative and easily understandable