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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 Linda S

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Feb 9, 2020

This was a great overview of Data Science that provided the historical context of data science as well as the processes.

By Ramkumar S

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Feb 4, 2020

I really liked the layout of the course - the gentle way it introduced data science and laid emphasis on the life cycle.

By Chauncy Y

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Jan 19, 2020

It's helpful and friendly to beginner, as it simple but detailed, tells what is Data Science and what Data Scientist do.

By Akshit A

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Oct 2, 2019

This course provided be with a great insight about what is data science and what skills does a data scientists possess.

By Anshu S

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Jul 19, 2019

It was a great experience with this course,it helped me to gain introductory knowledge about data science an the fields.

By Carol L

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Jun 29, 2019

It was a very open mind to me about what data science and data scientits are. I hope to continue to the especialization.

By Obanla F

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Jun 7, 2019

Superb! Now i have a full understanding of the tools i need in becoming a data scientist and i know what path to follow.

By Sharyar V

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Apr 12, 2019

Its an amazing course. It provides each and every information which you need to start your new " Data science " Career .

By Lynda M R

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Feb 21, 2019

It gave me a new perspective of what a Data Scientist does, the tools he/she uses and how it falls under an organization

By Ritu c

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Jan 29, 2019

PIctorial representation and graphical analysis results should be added in course for more easy grasp of topic content .

By Sagi A S C

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Jan 15, 2019

Excellent elaboration about Data science for easy understanding. Content is well focused to understand the Data Science.

By ILHOM R

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Sep 2, 2018

Great course, and explains the basics of Data Science and Data Scientists well. I liked professor Haider's points a lot.

By Rakshit K

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Aug 18, 2018

Awesome understanding of the Data Science basics and helped to get a good insight of what lies inside the Tunnel of DATA

By Cihan Y

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Jun 12, 2023

Well organised and prepared course,I thought I knew enough about data,after that course,I really know enough about data

By 廖顯慶

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Sep 26, 2022

Great introduction of data science, raise interesting and let me know how important data science will be in the future

By Pablo M

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May 23, 2022

Very good, with a lot of examples of the real life.

Good definitions about data sciencie and people related with that.

By Seby V

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Apr 13, 2022

Great introduction to Data Science and gives a really good understanding of what is expected in the Data Science field.

By Tyler C

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Mar 8, 2022

Great introduction to the world of data. Highly recommend to someone interested in bettering themselves in this field.

By Anish D

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May 15, 2021

Great detailed description from scratch about field of data science. Looks at various tools and platform used for same.

By Abhigyan D

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Mar 22, 2021

It’s the best package for data scientist who are starting from rookie level and want clarity of the subject from a to z

By cengiz e

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Oct 27, 2020

This course have very good quality contents and it helps the learners for building a base about datascience. Thank you.

By Alauddin H H

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May 30, 2020

Excellent coaching and well explained modules and videos. Congrats to IBM and Coursera for providing us best education!

By MD. O Q S

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May 5, 2020

Wonderful experience with some great teacher and mentors they just awesome and explain very easily many complex things.

By Shakked L

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Apr 22, 2020

Really explained and relevant for does how is not sure about that is that or how to start their career in Data Science.

By Daniel M

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Mar 30, 2020

Good, solid introduction about the role of data scientists and the vast ways data science is impacting our daily lives.