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 Leslie S

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Sep 8, 2018

This was a great overview of Data Science.

By Wilmar R F M

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Sep 11, 2025

me encanto el curso, entendible y directo

By Haitham E

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Jul 3, 2025

Good introductory course for Data Science

By Babatunde A

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Oct 21, 2024

Great way to start learning Data Science.

By Emmanouel K

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Oct 11, 2024

Very interesting and informative subject!

By Руслан Г

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Oct 3, 2024

Все супер, інформативно просто зрозуміло!

By NEERAJ

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Sep 28, 2024

Good Course for Data Science Using Python

By Chandhu Y

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Jun 29, 2024

it was woderful experience to join in ibm

By Moses W

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May 14, 2024

Easy to understand self-learning process!

By Cesar A M

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Apr 18, 2024

Great course content. Easy to understand.

By Sam v R

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Nov 30, 2023

A good basic introduction to data science

By Omchauhan

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Sep 30, 2023

Great step stone for young data scientist

By Arhaan T

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Jul 19, 2023

the introduction has been very insightful

By Sabawun K

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Jul 15, 2023

Good overall introduction to Data Science

By Rasoul m

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Jul 6, 2023

So far so good journey. let's keep it up!

By Bieliaiev O

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Jun 10, 2023

For the first acquaintance it is suitable

By Nicholas S

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May 30, 2023

the course was a very clear introduction.

By Prinz o

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May 15, 2023

This is an incredible medium of learning

By Sonya S

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Apr 30, 2023

Great Introductory Course to Data Science

By Sukumar D

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Feb 16, 2023

I am happy to get this. simple interface.

By Aytek A Y

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Feb 15, 2023

An inspiring introduction to data science

By Gomezgani K

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Jan 31, 2023

very insightful. i really liked it a lot

By naga r

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Nov 29, 2022

Excellent One to Start into Data Science.

By Mohammed W A

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Oct 5, 2022

very intresting clear and understandable

By Dereje L

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Sep 17, 2022

briefly describe whta data science means.