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

Sep 10, 2019

Very learning experience, I am a beginner in DS, but the instructors in this course simplified the contents that made me I could easily understand, tools and materials were very helpful to start with.

Jul 19, 2023

Data science is to use new and old data combined with mathematics, statistics, database and other tools to discover hidden problems or insights to help us solve problems or make correct predictions

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By Tirth R

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Mar 15, 2021

Amazing and Wonderful Course of Data Science for Beginners

By Prakash C N

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Jan 11, 2021

Good for developing understanding on what is data science.

By n a

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Dec 16, 2020

It was helpful about introducing Data Science to beginners

By Salah E M

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Nov 25, 2020

well organized, good knowledge .. perfect for the starters

By Murat G

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Oct 5, 2020

It is a perfect course to understand basis of data science

By Piyush K

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Sep 22, 2020

I think IBM and Coursera did a great job by collaborating.

By Nandeesh B K

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Aug 9, 2020

The topic that are covered in this course are interesting.

By 陳姿蓓

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Aug 6, 2020

I've really learned a lot about data science introduction!

By Md. H I S

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Jul 26, 2020

Excellent work for the beginner in the Data Science field.

By Bahsal M

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Jul 12, 2020

It's an amazing course to start your Data Science journey.

By TIRTHA R S

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Jul 12, 2020

great course to begin with, thank you all the contributors

By Premsanker V

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Jul 9, 2020

It gave me the best foundational view I would ever get :-)

By Jumoke O

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Jul 6, 2020

Excellent and easy learning for beginners in data science.

By Matthew A P T

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Jun 26, 2020

Gave me a great introduction to the world of data science!

By Chase J

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Jun 26, 2020

Gives great framework and points into what data science is

By Dr R P

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May 28, 2020

Very good course to know about the basics of data science.

By Marsha S

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May 18, 2020

Excellent and clear understanding of what Data Science is.

By Behrooz K L

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Apr 27, 2020

Very good and helpful for newcomers in Data Science field

By Tanay N

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Apr 21, 2020

Really nice and simple course, very interactive, thank you

By Gerald Q

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Apr 14, 2020

Very insightful introduction to the world of data science.

By soma s

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Apr 14, 2020

Gives a good initial understanding of the field in itself.

By Huseyin G

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Mar 20, 2020

That was a great course to get informed about Data Science

By anthony m

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Mar 15, 2020

eye opening and informative. thank you for the opportunity

By Ibrahin Y

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Feb 14, 2020

The speakers made the course interesting and easy to learn

By Jean P C

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Feb 10, 2020

Excellent course for someone who wants to start from zero.