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

Jul 18, 2018

I thought this course introduced the topic of data science very well. I think I have a much better idea how to describe data science and common terms associated with the field (like machine learning).

Aug 20, 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 Darío Q

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Oct 15, 2020

Excelente!!!

By Music D

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Sep 21, 2020

GREAT COURSE

By Megha P

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Sep 11, 2020

Excellent !!

By Matthew L

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Aug 22, 2020

Great cours!

By Marcus D P I

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Aug 5, 2020

Good intro!!

By 기리

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Jul 23, 2020

도움이 많이 되었습니다

By Saiful i

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Jul 23, 2020

It's amazing

By Wing L

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Jul 8, 2020

Great course

By Yiannis H

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Jul 3, 2020

dta sicenc e

By Mahima T

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Jul 1, 2020

Loved course

By Deleted A

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Jun 28, 2020

Great Course

By William R M F

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Jun 23, 2020

Sensacional.

By Sandra Y F S

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Jun 9, 2020

Very helpful

By Harshit G

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Jun 8, 2020

Just awesome

By James W

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May 27, 2020

great course

By Nigel D

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May 22, 2020

Pretty good.

By Pankaj K S

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May 20, 2020

Great course

By ASHISH D

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May 14, 2020

good content

By G v

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May 8, 2020

Just Awesome

By kalana p

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May 1, 2020

A Great one.

By Boris T

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Apr 23, 2020

recomendable

By Ravi R

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Apr 20, 2020

very excited

By Novruz H

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Apr 18, 2020

just amazing

By Diego R

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Apr 17, 2020

Excellent!!!

By Nikita T

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Apr 8, 2020

Great course