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 Simon K

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Jan 11, 2022

Great for fundamental of Data Science

By Nawodya I

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Dec 15, 2021

Great for start Data Science career !

By Sazzad H

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Nov 6, 2021

Awesome... it was a great experience.

By Mthulisi D

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Sep 7, 2021

Awesome introduction to data science.

By Md. S R

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Aug 30, 2021

The course structure is well defined!

By Pedro A C P

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Jun 27, 2021

excelente curso con buenos materiales

By Donovan

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Jun 22, 2021

Amazing introduction to Data Science!

By Rajat K

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Dec 1, 2020

interesting, insightful and relevant.

By Ramadurai P S P

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Nov 18, 2020

Nice course for starting Data Science

By FSJ W

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Oct 23, 2020

Excellent broad overview to the field

By Deleted A

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Oct 21, 2020

A great introduction to data science.

By Erick S

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Oct 1, 2020

Excellent orientation to data science

By Akila A

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Aug 17, 2020

Expecting more hands on in IBM Watson

By Adyanath G

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Jul 12, 2020

I very Good course for the beginners.

By JINWEN Y

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Jul 10, 2020

Very beginner course but fun to learn

By Nelson

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Jul 9, 2020

great course! really an eye openning!

By Dwarakesh K

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Jun 25, 2020

Excellent introduction for beginners.

By Ítalo J d S O

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Jun 13, 2020

Good course to start up Data Science.

By Jose O

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May 22, 2020

Well structured and prepared. Thanks!

By GVS R

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May 7, 2020

Easy to learn and adopt the concepts.

By Alejandro G M

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May 5, 2020

Perfect Introduction of Data Science.

By R.M V

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Apr 24, 2020

Excellent Course for Data Scientists.

By Tiago F B d B R

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Apr 22, 2020

Very clear introduction to the topic.

By Aungan P

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Mar 23, 2020

A great introductory course for all !

By Prashant P

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Mar 16, 2020

good platform to learn IBM coursera .