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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

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.

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 Neera a

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Jun 21, 2020

it is an interesting course, that helps me a lot in my career.

By Isaac R M M

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Jun 9, 2020

It was very helpful. It gave me a great outlook of the career.

By John R

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May 29, 2020

Excellent introductory course to Data Science. Easy to follow.

By Yanwen L

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May 17, 2020

It is a great couse that let me know what is data science now.

By harshitha p

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May 15, 2020

Good to learn from early stage and I've explored well myself.

By Servet D

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May 14, 2020

All materials motivate a person to learn more in data science.

By Sai N K

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May 10, 2020

Course work is awesome.I enjoyed learning every single lesson.

By Louis

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May 4, 2020

The course is very practical and understandable for beginners.

By Praveen K

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Apr 15, 2020

Coursea & IBM combines with a perfect blend of knowledge share

By Allen O

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Apr 10, 2020

It provided a good insight into what Data Science is all about

By Aishwarya K L

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Apr 5, 2020

Nice Course.

But very basic information is given in this course

By Abhirami K

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Apr 3, 2020

Really helpful and provides a clear and in-depth understanding

By Debayan G

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Mar 20, 2020

Nice Introductory course for motivation and why to get started

By VENKATA C S R

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Feb 16, 2020

Received excellent knowledge about data science and techniques

By Jorge F

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Jan 23, 2020

It was a great course to start in the Data Science experience.

By SOOFI O

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Jan 19, 2020

i'm happy to learned something new and understand the concepts

By Abhishek s

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Jan 9, 2020

I have been perfectly introduced to data science from coursera

By Jessi G

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Jan 9, 2020

This course was very useful to understand what data science is

By Francisco S

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Dec 27, 2019

Very good understanding of the basics of what is Data Science.

By Varshini V

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Nov 28, 2019

Very Interesting and Knowledgeable. Thanks for this course! :)

By Rae L M

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Nov 12, 2019

Excellent course to introduce you to the world of data science

By Josue N

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Oct 18, 2019

Was an excellent course. Explain all about Data Science field.

By Khairy R

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Oct 14, 2019

Good start for anyone that from outside of this field like me.

By Shantanu B

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Sep 15, 2019

After this introductory course, I want to be a Data Scientist.

By Pankaj T

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Aug 2, 2019

I very good introductory for begginer to dive in data science.