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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!

SB

Sep 9, 2019

Very learning experience, I am a beginner in DS, but the instructors in this course simplified the contents that made me I could easily understand, tools and materials were very helpful to start with.

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By Leonardo N

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Oct 5, 2019

Nice course, It met my expectations.

By Mohamed J

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Sep 25, 2019

this is a great course for beginners

By Jayani K K

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Aug 22, 2019

Really helpful course for beginners.

By Deepthi V

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Jul 13, 2019

Easy to understand and fun to learn.

By William R R

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Jul 6, 2019

Concise introduction to Data Science

By Jiaxin G

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Mar 15, 2019

Overview of data science. attractive

By Jordi M

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Feb 2, 2019

I got a huge insight on DATA SCIENCE

By SRIKANTH S

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Dec 31, 2018

Very informative and well explained!

By Ashok k k

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Dec 25, 2018

It was an excellent experience to me

By Manish T

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Dec 6, 2018

Concepts taught in very easy manner.

By Enikeev A

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Sep 6, 2018

Very good introduction to the field.

By PARAG D

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Jun 16, 2025

I realy enjoy this course very much

By Justin T

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Apr 25, 2025

Good for introductory understanding

By SHASHWAT G

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Apr 10, 2025

Well it's a good foundation course.

By Abdurahim A

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Apr 3, 2025

helpful and interesting. keep going

By Taga H

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Dec 8, 2024

Detailed course, easy to understand

By Abhinand S

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Nov 3, 2024

its very helpful to learn from home

By Leviwe N

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Sep 16, 2024

loved it. really easy to understand

By MANJESH R I

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Sep 12, 2024

Good Explanation with case studies.

By Kevser N K

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Jul 25, 2024

Giriş için aradığım her şeyi buldum

By sujeet v

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Jun 16, 2024

Excellent collection of information

By Guohao Q

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Jun 4, 2024

非常好的一门课程，让我对数据科学有了新的认识与看法，谢谢几位老师的讲授

By Sarah A A

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May 22, 2024

Its interesting and keeps you going

By Prathik V

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Mar 24, 2024

Liked it, very good and informative