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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

AP

Jan 16, 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.

DN

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 ABHISHEK S

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Jun 18, 2019

Very good course.By enrolling this course I get complete knowledge of data science and it is very beneficial for me.

By Jacobus J v d C

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Mar 21, 2019

Nice course, well explained. Structured and it´s good to hear de experience of students en teachers of Data Science.

By PRANSHU P

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Mar 19, 2019

The course is really nice. It increases my curiosity in Data Science even more . I want to learn it whole-heartedly.

By Mamtha V S

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Feb 20, 2019

This is an excellent introduction to Data Science. The explanations are simple and use cases described are engaging.

By Deleted A

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Feb 7, 2019

Awesome course which introduces many exciting concepts and whets the appetite to dive deeper in the modules to come.

By Sri V

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Feb 17, 2025

i learned overall experience by the expertisee mostly a profeesor i dont know his name , he is very inspired person

By Mansoor K

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Oct 25, 2024

Exceptional course! IBM's 'What is Data Science' is engaging, informative, and expertly taught, highly recommended!

By mo b

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Sep 26, 2023

Thank you very much for your unique and helpful course. I will try to register for the continuation of this course.

By Hussein M

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Mar 28, 2023

An excellent introduction to data science that is well put together, well explained, and really informative.

Thanks!

By Osei A

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Jan 4, 2023

This course was great! It provided a great foundation for Data Science, and I look forward to taking other courses.

By Visumitra V O

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Jul 23, 2022

great for beginner, easy to understand and really give learner good examples to learn and move forward in carreer.

By Kathy N

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Jan 29, 2022

Course was easy to follow along. Gave me a good overview of Data Science and made me more interested in the field.

By Anand U

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Jun 1, 2021

This course is very different, it's not like any other course it will really intrigue you in pursuing Data Science.

By Sandra T

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May 27, 2021

This course was definitely helpful and the fact that it has brought me one step closer to my dream is unbelievable.

By Dilip k

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Feb 20, 2021

This course made me learn in systematic way. Thanks coursera for presenting the course material in

interesting way.

By Emily C

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Oct 5, 2020

Did a good job of informing and educating me about Data Science and what I could look for in a data science career!

By Sreekanth N

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Sep 3, 2020

Its good to know about Data and the way to drill down for analysis and it really being structured as a data science

By UTKARSH D

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Jun 5, 2020

The course was instrumental in forming a base for data science and had key insights in what it really is all about.

By Rivers L

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May 16, 2020

The course provides good knowledge about Data Science foundation and also gave a good introduction to Data Science.

By Hashum A

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Mar 15, 2020

By doing this this my base is clear, so this is very important for all new comer whose want to come in data science

By Abhishek s

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Nov 26, 2019

It is fantastic course for a beginner to acquire knowledge about data science and various terms associated with it.

By SHAH D

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Aug 27, 2019

Very briefly explained regarding Data Science.And loved the way they have kept questions at the end of every video.

By Mohsin S

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May 10, 2019

The foundation stone of Data Science has been put together very clearly, easy to understand and follow. Good Stuff!