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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 Sanjay D

Jan 7, 2019

Gives an overview about what is expected from Data Scientist and what Data Science is all about.

By Sérgio M G S

Dec 12, 2018

It is a great course. It was able to teach me important introductory notions about data science.

By Prabhjot J

Aug 25, 2018

Was good learning spl, if you are looking to build from your anlaytics skills into data science.

By Caroline A

Nov 26, 2023

The course is high quality. I thought I new the basics of data science... but I learned a lot !

By Wili W

Nov 25, 2023

I really enjoyed learning about What is Data Science?. Studying on coursera is very fun. Thanks

By Johar A

Sep 24, 2023

This course is amazing. It made my mind very clear about data science. Thanks IBM and Coursera.

By Сергей К

Apr 22, 2023

This course is really interesting. It pulled me even deeper in my desire to study Data Science.

By SC

Dec 30, 2022

Fantastic course on data science. Nice to either refresh or learn new insights from the course.

By Eric O

Nov 17, 2022

The course content is great and offers an elaborate perspective into the field of data science.

By Ramsey A

Oct 17, 2022

Nothing more than a handfull of discussions. Good info for starters in the Data Science filed.

By Danning J

Oct 3, 2022

Good to know basic about the what is data science and whether it is suitable for me to pursue.

By Ludomir L

Jul 7, 2022

It is a great course to introduce you into Data Science if you are completely new to the topic.

By osama b

Jun 2, 2022

Great Experience with this course I have learned lot of much more through the course, I love it

By Ali I M I A

Mar 18, 2022

A very nice start in data science through this wonderful course presented by the well-known IBM

By Sondra C

Sep 30, 2021

This course gave a very good description of what data science is and how it is used to help us.

By Theodore G

Jan 22, 2021

The material gave me a good idea of what data science is and what to expect the job to be like.

By Nikolay R K

Dec 23, 2020

Интересный курс, но в целом я не узнал чего-то нового. Но он может мотивировать, а это здорово.

By Muhammad W H

Dec 21, 2020

It is a very good course for beginners who are aspiring to pursue their carrier in Data science

By Vladyslav L

Nov 22, 2020

A very comprehensive overview of Data Science as the industry and what data scientist is doing.

By Harpreet S K

Nov 9, 2020

Well organized and ideal for the self-paced learner. Refreshingly well put together. Thank you.

By Sezer D

Sep 25, 2020

It helps a lot to understand the concept of data science and what exactly data scientists does.

By Caíque F

Jul 15, 2020

It was a nice introduction course and I feel that I understood the main concepts on the matter.

By Hemant K

Jul 14, 2020

I think this course is worth it if you are newcomer, wanna get some insights into data science.

By Ronak P

Jun 20, 2020

Training materials where very clear and efficient describing about introduction to data science

By Hitesh k

Jun 11, 2020

it was a great experience learning "What is data science".The modules were so nicely presented.