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

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!

Jul 19, 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

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By Ramesh j

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Nov 2, 2018

very effective, short and sweet

By T T

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Oct 22, 2018

Great course! Very informative.

By Gideon R

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Oct 14, 2018

Good introduction to the field.

By Muhendo

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Jun 17, 2025

insightful and well structured

By Uri L

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Jan 23, 2025

Great structure of the course!

By Abigail

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Dec 8, 2024

make module 4 mandatory please

By Paul M

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Nov 1, 2024

A good course. Well presented.

By José A

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Aug 20, 2024

Ideal para un primer contacto.

By Daniel V P

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Jul 26, 2024

Inspiring, clear and complete!

By Faisal F R

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Jul 24, 2024

Great course for the beginners

By Dheeraj R

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Jul 12, 2024

It was very good and exciting.

By Udeme M

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Jul 3, 2024

Excellent introductory course.

By Hnin A

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Jun 19, 2024

thanks for my learning journey

By Chandrakanta M

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Jun 18, 2024

Excellent course for beginners

By ANAND Y

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Jun 15, 2024

Awesome teachers and content !

By Aldo G

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Oct 31, 2023

Excelent, very good experience

By Vinay N

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Oct 11, 2023

It was a very helpful session.

By Sahil S

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Sep 14, 2023

Wonderful Course for beginners

By SAPTARSHI M

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Aug 15, 2023

Detailed knowledge about data

By Shantanu S

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Mar 26, 2023

Very good course for starting.

By IDOWU D

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Feb 2, 2023

DATA SCIENCE 101 IS 100% RATED

By Jayanta M

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Jan 26, 2023

Enjoyed learning data science.

By Ahmed H

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Dec 16, 2022

amazing course as introduction

By Alivahid M

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Nov 2, 2022

This is a real perfect project

By Sunidhi K

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Nov 1, 2022

gained a great way of learning