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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

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.

MS

Sep 17, 2020

very useful. i liked and enjoyed the journey of learning in these five weeks. the instructor is very clear and taught very interestingly. Thanks to her. she looked poised and cheerful and professional

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By Abdul J A S

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Sep 10, 2019

Very Valuable Course for Those Do not Have a Basic Knowledge of Data Science :)

By Arvind B

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Jul 5, 2019

Clear and crisp yet effectively explained what is data science and what is not.

By Jasmine K

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May 7, 2019

Good straightforward introduction to the concept and ideas behind data science.

By Paulo C T

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Feb 24, 2019

Very usefull to understand what a Data Scientist do and what is a Data Science.

By Krishna R

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Feb 21, 2019

Great intro into data science, even for someone without a technical background.

By Ghazi S

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Feb 7, 2019

A simple and brief understanding about data science and role of data scientist.

By Aw H J

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Dec 23, 2018

Lovely introduction to what is exactly data science for a novice on this field.

By Ilse B Z M

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Dec 11, 2018

Great beginning path for those of us who are looking to become data scientists!

By Jesus C C

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Nov 24, 2018

Easy to follow and gives a wide vision of what Data Science is. Well explained.

By Niosha A

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Nov 11, 2018

Great start for beginners, very easy course, could be done in less than 3 days!

By Fanny C

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Feb 25, 2024

Cours très complet et sérieux, idéal pour une première approche de la matière.

By Gabriel B R V P

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Feb 20, 2024

An excelent overview of the field, and a great start for newcomers to the area

By Marcos I

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Feb 9, 2024

Es útil para conocer los conceptos claves de la ciencia de datos. Muy completo

By Anand G

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Oct 26, 2023

The technique used in this module was good to understand by the the beginners.

By Swapnil R K

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Jun 16, 2023

Excellent Learning Platform with very good overview & understanding of subject

By Umar S

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Apr 18, 2023

I have had a great experience learning about the fundamentals of Data Science.

By SHANE A M U

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Mar 9, 2023

Very good introduction to the data science and easy to understand explanation.

By Prince P

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Dec 8, 2022

Today I am reviewing 5 star causera because it's simple to learn data science.

By Udoy P

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Oct 22, 2022

Very helpful to understand the scope, uses, and fundamentals of Data Science.

By Ashutosh K

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Jul 13, 2022

Very nice course informing about all the basic requirement of the data science

By michael f

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Jun 22, 2022

IBM / Coursea Team have put heart and soul into this course. Much appreciated

By Ashraf S

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Jan 27, 2022

I now have an understanding what data science and data scientist are all about

By kamal k

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Jan 2, 2022

very helpful for students who want to make a career in the field of DS and AI.

By HERMAN M A

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Nov 6, 2021

Muy buen curso para iniciarse en los conceptos básicos de la ciencia de datos.

By Salim M A S

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Aug 31, 2021

Good training to understand the value of Data Science and data scientist roles