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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

FA

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!

DN

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 bhavya b

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Apr 17, 2020

awesome course give you the brief of data science

By Deleted A

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Apr 6, 2020

it's a good and interactive introductory course ,

By Balaji S

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Apr 5, 2020

Easy to understand materials and excellent videos

By Francisco Y O H

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Mar 30, 2020

Great course, everything was explained perfectly.

By chinenye c

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Mar 29, 2020

it was a great learning experience. i enjoyed it.

By Ahmed E R

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Feb 24, 2020

it's good to gain good background of data science

By RALLAPALLI R S

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Feb 17, 2020

NICE WELL AND GET GOOD KNOWLEDGE FROM THIS MODULE

By Mike E

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Jan 25, 2020

Great course to learn the basics of data science!

By Stanislav L

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Jan 5, 2020

link for IBM cloud doesn't work please check this

By Ivan J

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Dec 27, 2019

Everything was perfect and with understanding. :)

By Fabian C

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Nov 30, 2019

Good introduction to data science... I want more.

By Maryam M

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Nov 21, 2019

It is very beneficial for me and for any beginner

By Rajeswaraprasad S

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Nov 14, 2019

Very good explanations by various data scientists

By Wajahat H

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Nov 6, 2019

Interesting readings and a good general overview.

By Ahmed S

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Oct 29, 2019

its very interesting course, thanks coursera team

By Josef H

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Oct 13, 2019

It was a good introduction to this excited field.

By Sharvari U

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Sep 19, 2019

I could learn insights of data science thoroughly

By Janhavi D

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Aug 12, 2019

A clear and concise introduction to Data Science.

By Raveena S

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Jul 31, 2019

Very well structured and explained for a beginner

By Natasha M

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Jul 2, 2019

Easy to digest. Friendly. God-send for beginners.

By Alexandre T

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Jun 12, 2019

Excelente introdução ao tema, clara e abrangente.

By Taiwo A

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Jun 5, 2019

Excellent, Lovely, Simple, and easy to understand

By Emilio J C Z

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Jun 1, 2019

It's a good first step to introduce Data Science!

By Achintha J

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Apr 27, 2019

Gives a good understanding of the subject matter.

By subhasree p

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Mar 26, 2019

precise,informative and makes us learn in no time