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!

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

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By vijay

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Feb 17, 2020

Valuble information

By Erin K

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Jan 11, 2020

great introduction!

By Abzal T

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Jan 11, 2020

Очень познавательно

By SAJAL P

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Dec 30, 2019

Amazing experience.

By Chilumoju c

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Nov 24, 2019

a good way to start

By Freeman

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Nov 23, 2019

Is really impactful

By Josemar T M

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Aug 27, 2019

Conteúdo muito bom!

By Carol-Anne C

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Aug 13, 2019

Great introduction!

By Abneet W

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Aug 4, 2019

Very worthy course.

By Ajit S

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Jul 31, 2019

Very Excellent 100%

By Yash A

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Jul 31, 2019

I loved the cource.

By Todd T

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Jul 14, 2019

enjoyed the videos.

By Xu Y

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Jul 6, 2019

Easy to get started

By Tal L

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Jul 1, 2019

Great introduction!

By Faheem A

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Jun 24, 2019

very very helpfull!

By Aditya P

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Jun 13, 2019

great introduction!

By Chawit T

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Jun 9, 2019

Good course. Thanks

By carlos m l

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May 21, 2019

very complete info.

By Tyler H

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May 14, 2019

Enjoying it so far!

By Candra W

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May 8, 2019

Great materials !!!

By Yash T

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May 7, 2019

Very helpful course

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