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, 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 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 Cheng K C

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Dec 26, 2018

Informative for those who are beginner

By Moez B

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Dec 25, 2018

Very basic stuff, but a decent course.

By Hatem K

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Oct 26, 2018

Excellent course for python beginers !

By Kevin K

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Oct 2, 2018

It's a good introduction to the field.

By Gavino T C

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May 29, 2025

si me encanto intenensante este rubro

By Busisiwe M

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Mar 13, 2025

the best course to enhance your skill

By Awais I

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Mar 9, 2025

very well structured practical course

By Xolani P S

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Jan 8, 2025

Good, would recommend it to my peers.

By Kharmelee d M

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Dec 19, 2024

Amazing introduction to Data Science!

By Ирина Б

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Dec 11, 2024

Цікавий курс , гарне навчання. Дякую!

By Angue N r n

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Oct 31, 2024

A lot have been learned and claryfied

By Elkin C A

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Jul 16, 2024

GOOD GOOD GOOD ,THATS A GOOD COURSE..

By Harris I

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Apr 28, 2024

good to know the base of data science

By Shubham K

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Jan 7, 2024

Awesome videos and reading materials

By adam s

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Dec 19, 2023

It genuinely blew up my expectations!

By Mohammed F A

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Sep 18, 2023

Very excellent and informative course

By Jorge Z

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Sep 14, 2023

Perfect introduction to Data science.

By Fernanda V

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Sep 4, 2023

Excelente, quiero seguir aprendiendo

By Nabendu R

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Sep 2, 2023

Its pretty clear, concise and usefull

By Shabbar N

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Jun 16, 2023

Very informative and detailed course.

By Diana D

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Mar 24, 2023

Super interesante y fácil de llevar.

By Abdul R

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Mar 15, 2023

Thanks for giving me this opportunity

By Carlos L V

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Mar 4, 2023

Excelente! me encanto. muchas gracias

By Arsalan A

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Jan 22, 2023

Amazing course, lots of new learning.

By Natalie M

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Jan 19, 2023

Very informative to a novice like me.