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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

RS

May 11, 2020

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.

SB

Sep 9, 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.

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By Mario C

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Apr 30, 2020

Good introductory set of courses that describe in a general way the main concepts of data science

By Dheeraj P N

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Apr 22, 2020

The course was extremely good. Eagerly looking forward for the next course in the specialization.

By Lim Y L

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Apr 19, 2020

User Friendly UI, Intuitive Course, good for home learner while the world is asking stay at home.

By Huda

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Apr 10, 2020

The course is nice and gives you a brief introduction to Data Science hats off to the professors!

By Roza A

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Jan 20, 2020

The introductory course was very useful! It helped a lot in making my mind to study data science.

By Nagaruru H

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Nov 29, 2019

Course is very helpful to understand the Data Science from basic who are new to the Data Science.

By Jozsef A K

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Aug 12, 2019

This course gives you a short, comprehensible overview of data science.

Great introductory course!

By Rachel J A H

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Jun 6, 2019

Great introduction to what people doing data science think data science actually is and requires.

By Thomas C

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Jun 3, 2019

Great course, bringing the definitions in an easy way and make it clear to follow and understand.

By Rahul S

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May 16, 2019

Good for beginners and professionals both. Their way of explaining is like cheery on the cake...!

By Aaron S

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Feb 10, 2019

I enjoyed this introduction, it was inclusive of any background that wants to learn data science.

By Ajeet s

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Jan 7, 2019

I have to learn data science and i have awesome experience with by coursera and authorized by IBM

By ELAMPARITHI R

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Dec 29, 2018

I like the readings and videos of many data science professionals and the experience they shared.

By Adetola A

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Jun 14, 2023

It was a nice experience having gone past the course of what is Data Science. Thank you so much.

By Priya R

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Dec 8, 2022

This course has really given me new insight in the Data Science field and added to my knowledge.

By Usama M

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Oct 13, 2022

Good informational and provide the basic understanding of what is data science and why need it.

By Abdullah S

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Sep 8, 2022

extremely informative and has painted a great general picture of what data science is as a field

By Esteban W

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Aug 11, 2022

This course was a great introduction to data science and its usefulness for real world problems.

By muhammadhadi88

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Jun 11, 2022

Very good course ! Perfect for anyone looking to increase their set of skills in this modern age

By Miguel

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Nov 4, 2021

Me gusto mucho el curso porque permite saber como utilizar la ciencia de datos para las empresas

By Takeshi U

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Oct 29, 2021

Very usuful contents and effective self-learning system. Recommended all data science beginners.

By Brayan J N C

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Oct 10, 2021

Muy buena introducción, aclaró algunas de las ideas equivocadas y reforzó las buenas. Excelente.

By Kulpunai K k

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Aug 21, 2021

very interesting course. You will find out fundamentals of data science. Strongly recommend i t

By Brayan S M P

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Jul 13, 2021

It's a complete introduction to Data Science. I loved to learn more about this with this course!

By Azar A

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May 2, 2021

i can learn lots of thing in about what is data science in this course. That is so very helpfull