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 Ifeanyi N

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Aug 25, 2023

Beautiful lectures, highly motivating.

By Kamran M

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Jan 26, 2023

learn so much and clear about concepts

By Anton Y

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Jan 10, 2023

Very good introduction in Data Science

By joão p r

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Oct 27, 2022

otimo curso para iniciar sua carreira

By mwizerwa s

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Oct 14, 2022

best course, my first coursera course!

By Tanveer K

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Oct 13, 2022

Great course to start with data sciece

By Casey H

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Sep 1, 2022

Very nice introduction to data science

By Ayomide O

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Aug 25, 2022

Eye opening course. Thank you Coursera

By Florian V

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Aug 6, 2022

Great Introduction about Data Science!

By Goodwell M

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Jul 17, 2022

Excellent foundation for data science.

By CHIA E T

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Jun 4, 2022

So Cool and easy to follow. I love it.

By Mohammed A H A

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Apr 1, 2022

Great Course! i loved every bit of it.

By Amal Z

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Mar 26, 2022

Very nice and well introduced material

By Boatametse S

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Dec 22, 2021

IT WAS A GREAT COURSE TO BE ENGAGED IN

By Gouransh P

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Nov 27, 2021

Get know what exactly data science is.

By Victor A

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Sep 22, 2021

Very great course! Totally Recommended

By Paul R

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Jul 28, 2021

great overview of what data science is

By Mohatma I

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Jul 26, 2021

Excellent lecturer and course material

By Julian

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Jul 9, 2021

Good content, and motivation. Lets Go!

By Ahsan S

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Jun 9, 2021

One of the best course on data science

By Pratham K

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May 16, 2021

Great starting couse for data science.

By Sanjida A

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Apr 10, 2021

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By Mon S

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Mar 19, 2021

Very good introduction to Data Science

By Ahmed M

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Jan 31, 2021

Learned many things about deta science

By valentju

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Dec 13, 2020

Excellent content, very informative...