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

Feb 9, 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

Aug 21, 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 Ayushi G

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Apr 17, 2019

Wonderful Course !!

By hassan j

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Apr 1, 2019

Useful Course

Thanks

By Nykyta H

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Mar 28, 2019

Great introduction!

By Chirag K

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Mar 23, 2019

Very helpful course

By Abel M

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Mar 22, 2019

Eye opening module.

By Usama L

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Feb 22, 2019

Well defined course

By MOHAMMED H

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Feb 14, 2019

really good courses

By Eliana G

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Feb 6, 2019

Great intro course!

By farrukh k

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Jan 5, 2019

Very insight full .

By Sonia A

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Sep 27, 2018

Very comprehensive.

By Keerthi B

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Sep 26, 2018

Highly Recommended.

By Asha P

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Sep 3, 2018

Really good content

By Dodi D

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Aug 10, 2025

such a good course

By Nasrin N

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Jul 23, 2025

Great explanation.

By Dinorath C T A

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Jun 28, 2025

Excelente curso!!!

By Zain S

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Mar 1, 2025

Outstanding Course

By Mykhailo K

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Feb 10, 2025

Great introduction

By HAZIQ J

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Dec 26, 2024

Intesting course..

By Jakhongir S

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Dec 1, 2024

Молодцы уважаемые!

By José L A S

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Nov 23, 2024

Buena introduccion

By felipe s

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Oct 21, 2024

me parece muy util

By abhishek u

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Jul 20, 2024

it is really good.

By Mina A

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Jul 14, 2024

very useful course

By Mingming Z

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Jul 13, 2024

good introduction~

By Nazar V

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Jul 7, 2024

Really interesting