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 20, 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!

Feb 8, 2023

I love how beginner-friendly this course is. I did not have to panic about not following any lecture since I am new to this field. I know this is the first course but I'm loving it already. <<33

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By David P

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Jun 3, 2019

Great introductory course into what Data Science is.

By Arup K N

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May 30, 2019

This course was a good Introduction to data science.

By Kiremerwa R

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May 27, 2019

The instructor is an authority of the subject matter

By DWIVEDI V

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Apr 30, 2019

GOOD CLARITY ON UNDERSTANDING THE DATA SCIENCE ROLE.

By Jeremiah d J

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Apr 23, 2019

Excellent introductory course to learn data science.

By Alexander P S

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Mar 23, 2019

informative, insightful and motivating introduction!

By Tony O A

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Feb 6, 2019

Really great course to introduce you to Data Science

By Richard H N C

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Oct 12, 2018

Excelente curso introductorio a la ciencia de datos.

By Carlos C R

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Oct 10, 2018

Very happy with all I have learnet. Good Professors.

By Deepak K

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Oct 7, 2018

Nice course to introduce Data Science to a beginner.

By Kenneth S

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Sep 22, 2018

Excellent Introduction to the world of data science!

By Kunyi W

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Sep 20, 2018

Provide comprehensive understanding of data science.

By Othel R

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Sep 11, 2018

Excellent introduction to the field of data science.

By PABLO C B

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Jun 18, 2025

Excelente curso introductorio a la ciencia de datos

By HUMPHREY K

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Feb 22, 2025

Very Well Explained in a Detailed way am so excited

By Srinivas N R

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Aug 21, 2024

Good introduction to Data Science and ETL Concepts.

By Enrique C A

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Aug 20, 2024

Buen curso para introducirte en la Ciencia de Datos

By Carol P

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Aug 14, 2024

Excelente contenido, bien desarrollado y explicado.

By Sadew N

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Jul 13, 2024

This is a best introduction course for data science

By Neethu M V

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May 29, 2024

A nice and neat introduction course of datascience.

By Deleted A

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Apr 19, 2024

great course, love it, learned many things from it.

By Nikol U

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Dec 27, 2023

I love the course, so many interesting information!

By AJAY S

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Nov 5, 2023

having a wonderful experience to learn data science

By Julien G

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Oct 30, 2023

A great course with step by step guide and examples

By Lizeth C

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Sep 14, 2023

En un curso muy introductorio a la ciencia de datos