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 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!

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).

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By Anurag L

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May 21, 2019

Awesome course

By MONA B

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May 15, 2019

Perfect Course

By Ahmed E

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May 11, 2019

very very good

By Adepeju O

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May 5, 2019

Great contents

By vivek c

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Feb 28, 2019

Really helpful

By Nabil F

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Feb 15, 2019

Great Course .

By Michael T

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Jan 22, 2019

Great overview

By Samuel P P J

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Jan 7, 2019

awesome course

By Arjun K

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Dec 30, 2018

Amazing course

By Syed M A Z

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Dec 23, 2018

Amazing Course

By Anantha J Y S

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Nov 1, 2018

Great Learning

By Ana M

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Oct 16, 2018

Light and fun.

By Dhilshan A

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Mar 16, 2024

The Best!!!!!

By Joniel M

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Mar 13, 2024

Surpreendente

By reginald n o

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Mar 4, 2024

I learnt alot

By DONOVAN R V

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Feb 16, 2024

Aprendí mucho

By boody g

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Jan 20, 2024

just perfect.

By 20CS141 S M

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Nov 14, 2023

well and good

By Lucas V M

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Oct 14, 2023

Great classes

By Brian K

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Sep 13, 2023

Superb course

By Emran K

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Aug 30, 2023

great course!

By Sriharika B

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Aug 27, 2023

i learnt alot

By Maria P A N

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Jun 6, 2023

Great Course!

By Sandip D

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May 18, 2023

Great Course.

By Pranjal S

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May 9, 2023

good product.