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

Jan 15, 2022

I throughly enjoyed the course and the fact that everything was explained thoroughly. I always enjoyed Dr. White's personal experience with Data Science as well as other Data Scientists point of view.

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!

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By DURGA A K A

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Feb 17, 2020

excellent course to learn what Data science actually is

By anuja b

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Feb 8, 2020

This Course creates the Base for learning Data science.

By Bilal k

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Nov 24, 2019

That was a fabulous introductory course on Data Science

By SYED A A

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Nov 9, 2019

you will get to know all about data science foundations

By Rene J

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Nov 3, 2019

extremely well designed introduction to basic concepts.

By Muhammad S F

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Oct 31, 2019

Best One to learn and explore the world with technology

By Patrick C

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Oct 3, 2019

Very informative and helped me appreciate Data Science.

By kishore v

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Sep 25, 2019

Nice content for basic understanding about data science

By Hectaurus

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Aug 30, 2019

Very well to understand the basic terms of data science

By K M R

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Aug 27, 2019

Not Focuses on the concept just gives a brief over view

By Muhammad M

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Aug 26, 2019

Best ever introductory course on Data Sciences. Thanks!

By Ashutosh B

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Jul 23, 2019

All the basics are covered and topic is well explained.

By VINAY S

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Jul 21, 2019

its a good course to start your carrier in data science

By Patrick T M

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Jun 21, 2019

Very good entry level course for defining Data Science.

By Moole T r

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May 17, 2019

am very new to online courses

i felt this course as boon

By Shaik M O

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May 15, 2019

worth to study data science online and hone your skills

By Anderson M

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May 5, 2019

An excellent introduction to the topic of Data Science!

By Cameron H

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Mar 12, 2019

Great and simple introduction to the proceeding topics.

By Roshan D

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Feb 14, 2019

Pretty good information regarding what Data Science is.

By Mahesh D

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Dec 6, 2018

It's a very Basic Course. But it's really informative.

By Héctor Á G

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Jun 17, 2024

It gives a good overview of what Data Science involves

By Deleted A

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Feb 16, 2024

It's actually amazing, one more is we got a free badge

By IVAN D J A H

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Nov 19, 2023

Excelente introducción al mundo de la ciencia de datos

By renee

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Nov 7, 2023

It helps me understand what data science is and can do

By utsavi v

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Sep 15, 2023

IBM Data science course is very helpful for begginers.