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 Karthickeyan K

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Feb 26, 2019

Very Informative, with absolute clarity on the subject

By Tushar G

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Jan 19, 2019

A good introduction to all the ascepts of data science

By Leonardo R

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Oct 2, 2018

Very complete introduction about what is data science.

By Deny A M

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Sep 27, 2018

Very good for those wants to learn about Data Science.

By Emanuelle

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Apr 14, 2025

Esclareceu muitas dúvidas e muitas coisas me deu paz.

By Sameer K P

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Jan 31, 2025

Excellent tutorial, knowledge dissemination is great.

By BASHAR F M

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Jan 8, 2025

لقد كانت دورة ممتعة ومفيدة جداً لما تحتويه من معلومات

By Shrawan

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Nov 11, 2024

Completly worth it.. got to know a lot about data.

By Mohamed b

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Oct 8, 2024

I really enjoyed this course, it was very interesting

By Tarun K

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May 20, 2024

I have never seen this faculty in my engineering life

By Keith K

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Jan 22, 2024

Great course, beginner friendly and very informative.

By Haris N

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Dec 28, 2023

This broaden my insight how to view all kind of data.

By Lucas M

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Sep 12, 2023

Excellent introduction to the world of data analysis.

By Baldeep K B S

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Apr 1, 2023

Fun and well-structured introduction to data science.

By Eli K

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Dec 11, 2022

very good introductory course on what is data science

By Emmanuel K A

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Nov 20, 2022

I have really understood the work of a Data Scientist

By MIGUEL A

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Oct 19, 2022

Estupendo, me sirvio de mucho para conocer este mundo

By Elinora S

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Sep 26, 2022

Muy buen curso para entender los conceptos iniciales

By Peter H

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Sep 1, 2022

Really the best way to start a career in Data science

By Elias L

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Aug 30, 2022

Very good introduction to the Data Science business.

By Proma D

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Jul 29, 2022

Good for beginners who are interested in Data Science

By Glenn R

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Jun 27, 2022

Verry interesting og a good introduction to the field

By Monang G

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Jun 6, 2022

first learn about Data Science and this great course.

By Bayu S N

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Mar 1, 2022

Its Amazing experience to learn Data Science With IBM

By Samuel N

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Feb 10, 2022

well presented,with encouraging materials,I loved it!