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

Mar 6, 2024

I learned a lot but that might not be a good indicator as I didn't know much about Data Science in the first place. It just fueled my need to know more about the subject so on my side, it's a winner.

May 27, 2025

This was a good introduction to the field of Data Science. Although I am familiar with the domain, the course offered fresh insights, especially from industry experts and newly minted data scientists

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By Uttej J

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Jun 14, 2021

awesome experience

By Jibin S

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May 13, 2021

excellent in depth

By Z N

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May 5, 2021

I love this course

By Hαsίβυπ R

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Apr 3, 2021

Good Intro for DS!

By Hafiz A

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Mar 30, 2021

informative Course

By Tuấn N X

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Feb 23, 2021

thank for teaching

By Gustavo d V M

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Feb 23, 2021

Great start point!

By Robert E

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Jan 31, 2021

Very good Learning

By Jayant S

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Jan 16, 2021

great for beginers

By CHARAN

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Dec 28, 2020

It is very helpful

By Ragini S

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Nov 19, 2020

it was informative

By SATHYA N K

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Sep 5, 2020

I love this Course

By Emma T

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Aug 12, 2020

Excellent Course!!

By Deleted A

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Jul 12, 2020

Highly informative

By ayesha j

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Jul 6, 2020

Awesome experience

By Alejandro H E

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Jul 6, 2020

Very good material

By Monish P

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Jun 9, 2020

good for beginners

By Prit M

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Jun 8, 2020

My Dream come True

By Hammad Y

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Jun 5, 2020

Outstanding course

By narisetty s

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Jun 1, 2020

Informative course

By M D

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May 30, 2020

excellent course..

By Jose A

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May 23, 2020

I like this course

By Quiny P

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May 16, 2020

Excellent to start

By SURESH E

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May 6, 2020

thank you Coursera

By Sairam R

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Apr 23, 2020

Extordinary Course