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

Jul 18, 2023

Data science is to use new and old data combined with mathematics, statistics, database and other tools to discover hidden problems or insights to help us solve problems or make correct predictions

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 Umer R

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Jun 13, 2019

very informative and interactive

By Nicolae A B

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Apr 8, 2019

Good structure and explanations.

By Magnus B

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Feb 21, 2019

Great introduction to the field.

By Mahmood H

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Feb 18, 2019

Easy to navigate and understand.

By Hemanth M

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Jan 24, 2019

Perfect course to start with..!!

By Abdurahmonov A

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Nov 27, 2018

Thank for course and teachers!!!

By Nilesh R

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Sep 21, 2018

great course with great exposure

By Miguel H S

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Feb 28, 2025

Very good introduction material

By Adeel F

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Feb 10, 2025

Very Informative and Beneficial

By Gustavo P D

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Jan 23, 2025

Muy completo, me gusto el curso

By Ravi S

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Nov 20, 2024

VERY INTERESTING AND SATIESFIED

By Сайлаугалиева ф

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Nov 15, 2024

Классно🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

By bouchra b

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Sep 30, 2024

Very clear and methodic course.

By Osiris T

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Sep 6, 2024

Excellent intro to Data Science

By Mfanelo M

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Dec 30, 2023

Engaging, Informative, Valuable

By Androw L m

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Dec 7, 2023

perfect for a beginner like me

By SIDDARTH S

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Aug 31, 2023

Excellent course to begin with.

By Mohammad S A

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Jul 24, 2023

Amazing and easy to understand.

By Barile B

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Mar 9, 2023

I like the way it was developed

By Sikandar A

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Feb 6, 2023

Outstanding cources you offered

By Muhammad D

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Feb 3, 2023

Thank you for this opportunity.

By Prince H

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Nov 28, 2022

Great insight into Data Science

By Robert S

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Oct 14, 2022

Its a great course!! Thank God

By debabrata b

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Aug 20, 2022

This course is very insightful.

By Duncan Z

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Aug 16, 2022

enjoyed it and very informative