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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

VS

Jul 3, 2019

Good introductory course for setting a basis for knowledge of data science and data scientists for someone who may be a novice and seeking to learn more.Good quality in terms of presentation as well.

FA

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 Denise G

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Jun 24, 2020

It's a great option to get general concepts near science data inclusive if you don't engineer a career.

By Deepak C C

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Jun 24, 2020

I love this course. I have gained a sufficient amount of knowledge about data science through Coursera.

By Ishan J

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Jun 17, 2020

It was a valuable course for me and I am very thankful to you to provide me such knowledge of analytics

By Harsh M

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Jun 16, 2020

Really helpful to known about data science basics,additional learn where data science actually applied.

By rengeetha n

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Jun 3, 2020

interesting topic and well explained. lectures were not bombarded with big words for beginners like me.

By Rafael E H R

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May 20, 2020

This Course was very friendly and made me work and imagine a lot different possibilities of this field.

By Pedro G

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Mar 25, 2020

It is very good, and serves as an introduction to this amazing field of knowledge that is data science.

By Harsh V J

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Mar 20, 2020

This course give an overview about Data Science. This is more of theoretical course about data science.

By Md. S I

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Mar 12, 2020

A clear conceptualized course for the absolute beginner who wants to know and work as a data scientist.

By nihar p

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Feb 3, 2020

A brilliant course for beginners who want to know about data science and career growth in data science.

By pavan k

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Jan 23, 2020

An awesome course which will clear everything for kickstarting your career in the field of data science

By Ayush K

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Jan 19, 2020

A very good insight to "what is data science ?"

It will allow you to relate your work with data science.

By Matthew F

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Jan 9, 2020

Very informative and engaging, this is a really good introduction to the topic from people in the know.

By Arya K N

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Jan 4, 2020

The syllabus is well structured and the tutors are explaining the things in a simple language. Loved it

By Leo T

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Dec 10, 2019

Great beginner level introduction providing insight into the scope of the field and as a career option.

By Mahesh B

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Dec 9, 2019

A very structured and comprehensive course for people in all fields (Operations, Supply Chain, HR etc.)

By Agnus H

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Oct 14, 2019

Excellent overview of Data Science, presenting very important tips for those starting out in this area.

By Raghunath R G

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Oct 1, 2019

It provides complete outline about what is Data Science and helps us to understand where we can fit in.

By Julian B S

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Jul 8, 2019

Excellent Course. It is clear and easy to understand. I enjoyed it and I would live to take it further.

By Navathej K

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May 22, 2019

This course helps one understand how the data science term was coined, its background and fundamentals.

By Uche C O

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May 5, 2019

Really great introduction to Data Science so far. Let's see what the next courses have in store for me.

By Muhammad A K

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Aug 28, 2018

Very easy to understand. A perfect introduction to what data science is in one of easiest way possible.

By Kwame A

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Aug 1, 2018

Before this, I knew nothing about Data Science, very good introduction and overview. Absolutely superb.

By parshv p

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Jan 3, 2025

Amazing course with hands-on knowledge, creative and interactive learning, and real-life applications.

By Brendan A

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Oct 29, 2024

Great start to understanding data and where it comes from, how it's transformed, and use-cases for it.