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 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

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 Sudheer R B

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Jul 24, 2019

Very fundamental course. Easy to understand definitions with a good number of examples.

By Bhavith K R L S

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Jul 19, 2019

This is a good course with the information that will be helpful further down the field.

By samrat b

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Jun 8, 2019

Great Course Offered By IBM

Simply Great Achievement and Enhance Learning Opportunities.

By Deleted A

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Feb 23, 2019

Awesome course... The Instructors were very knowledgeable... I got everything easily...

By Joe F

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Nov 2, 2018

Good high-level overview; easy to watch videos and complete the assignments on the app.

By Leanna W

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Sep 10, 2018

Great introductory course. Video's and reading material were engaging and informative.

By Deleted A

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Sep 4, 2018

very excellent course , thanku to one and all instructors for imparting me good skill .

By Danielle Z

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Mar 14, 2025

Perfect blend of reading, video and slides allow an engaging and immersive experience.

By Amelia S

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Dec 26, 2024

Great primer to the field of Data Science. I'm excited to continue the specialization.

By Udeani I

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Dec 4, 2024

It's very explanatory and friendly. It really eases you into the world of data science

By Jesse E W

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Sep 23, 2024

For an introductory course, this program gave me a good grasp of what data science is.

By Reabetswe L G

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Aug 28, 2024

I grew interested in a data analytics career because of this short informative course.

By Erik J L V

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Aug 22, 2024

Es un curso muy descriptivo y enfocado para iniciar el en mundo de la ciencia de datos

By Gerardo T

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Nov 28, 2023

En agunos videos la traducción la quitan muy rápido y no se logra leer en su totalidad

By Thee J

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Nov 22, 2023

I really appreciated the professor from NYU and his perspectives - AI/ML is not new...

By Esther U

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Aug 30, 2023

this course is awesome, everything simplified.easy to learn.its an awesome experience.

By Rudra D J

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Jan 17, 2023

Very informative. This furthermore developed my interest in the world of Data Science.

By Janaka W

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Dec 2, 2022

Was a good following up. Interesting and gave me the insight to follow the next level.

By Mr. A K Y 4 Y B C E

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Sep 12, 2022

Great course to learn what data science actually means and how to get started with it

By Danilo L

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Sep 11, 2022

A good course for laying the foundation of Data Science in a simple and effective way.

By Mercy F S E

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Aug 6, 2022

it my joy today as a data scientist my chatout to Coursera for this great opportunity

By Deleted A

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Feb 2, 2022

Pretty good introduction to the Data Science, videos are good quality and interesting.

By Muhammed F

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Nov 13, 2021

i have completed this course in 2 days.. all the materials was so relevant and clear..

By Amadi D C

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Nov 7, 2021

It was very interesting and good course ,wish to continue more on data science courses

By Tjerja G

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Aug 15, 2021

Great generic introduction to Data Science and basic requirements and personal skills.