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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.

AP

Jan 15, 2022

I throughly enjoyed the course and the fact that everything was explained thoroughly. I always enjoyed Dr. White's personal experience with Data Science as well as other Data Scientists point of view.

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By Bastyvo A

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Jul 21, 2021

Awesome content, made it so interesting while watching these videos. Honestly not getting board. Course content are more informatic and encourage you to go further and achieve it your desire goal. Its makes you eager what would be the next and boost your excitement and positivity to learn confidently.

By Ishe C

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Jun 13, 2020

This course is the right choice if you want to find your footing in data science. Besides the obvious trio of computer science, statistics and mathematics, understanding your field is key to being a data scientist. The videos help motivate the learner as he or she takes the module's (week's) readings.

By Brian D

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Mar 11, 2019

I think it does a good job of explaining data science and it takes to be a data scientist. However, there are a lot of typos in the quiz portions of the course, especially the ungraded ones during the videos. Some could be hard to follow or understand for those who English is not their first language.

By Abelardo F

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Dec 4, 2020

The goal of understanding what is Data Science and the opportunities involved is totally achievable after taking this course. I am satisfied and aware that in order to have competent skills probably takes not weeks but months or even years. This is an introductory course and I strongly recommend it!

By Deb Y

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May 17, 2020

Awesome course - just what I was looking for as an introduction of the fundamentals of Data Science - unlike most other programs that just want to jump right into coding! Now I have the background I need on what Data Science is (and isn't) and how to apply it. Thank you! Well done, IBM and faculty!

By Vishnudev R

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Jul 19, 2021

In spite of being from a different background i acquainted with this introductory course on data science very smoothly and now i know basic things which an entry level data scientist should know. I would like to thank IBM and Coursera from bottom of my heart for providing such an informative course.

By Dragoljub R

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Mar 5, 2020

As someone who is new to the field of data science, this was a really good introductory course that provided much-needed information and insights. I would definitely recommend to everyone who would like to know more about data science and data scientists - there's a chance you'll want to become one.

By Shirish S

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Sep 6, 2019

I loved the course content and format of frequent evaluations towards knowledge check that ensures that the concepts shared through videos and reading material are understood by the participant then and there itself. Very useful and simple to understand, I feel the course material is very effective.

By yu y

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Feb 23, 2019

I really enjoy this learning trip as its my first one. I benefit a lot from Doctor Murtaza who wrote that book and many colleagues in Data Science. I really appreciate this platform makes me know such a group of friends with same interest. Best luck to you all! See you in next course.

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By Vini F

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May 4, 2021

Very good for anyone who just looking to understand what is data science, and considering to get into it. Very recommended for those who are doing industry research for career, maybe for high school students or university students, also for workers who are looking for adding skills / career change.

By mohamed y

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Feb 24, 2021

this was a great course, because it illustrates all the concepts that is related to data science like; difference between deep learning and machine learning, what is meant by big data, when the word data science showed up and many many awesome case studies on how we use the data science in our life

By Dave S

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Nov 18, 2019

Decent starting point for a 9 course schedule. I did find a few grammatical and spelling errors along with some inconsistencies between the course materials and actual work but I think that makes it more interesting and forces you to figure it out for yourself - a big part of learning how to code.

By Debora L K

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Apr 27, 2023

Excellent material ,very clear and well organized especially for beginners. I learnt so much from what is Data science and what do Data scientists do and the impact that data science has in the business. The tutors are talented in breaking down the material in a way that can be easily understood.

By vijay d

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Sep 3, 2020

Highly recommended for beginners to get an introduction to Data Science and decide if they want to pursue a career in Data science. Thanks for wonderful content. Just a suggestion is to update the content around Watson Studio as IBM have changed the UI and the slides confuse the student a little.

By Rohit R

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Jul 19, 2020

Overview of What Data Science is and What Data Scientist do to understand, this course will surely help you. I enjoyed to learn from this course as I am more interested in data science or machine learning. I can recommend this course to anyone, who is willing to pursue his career in data science.

By Raíssa B T

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Feb 5, 2020

I liked the approach. For me, it's greatly important to have this time for understand the possibilities, and the responsabilities, almost the philosophic part of a profession, of a knowledge. So the way you've spoken in this introduction is a important part of studying anything.

Thank you so much!

By NAGA A K

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Oct 14, 2019

That content was really awesome. There are no words to explain that such a wonderful course. The content was really nice, clean and complete.

The arrange of topics also very nice and properly ordered.

Overall nice experience with Coursera.

Thanks from my bottom of my heart for such Wonderful content

By PHYO S H

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Nov 26, 2021

I completed What is data science? Course from IBM learn from Coursera. I request to get this course certificate because I live in Myanmar and I have tried more than 10 times to verify my Government ID but this process has problems so please get this course certificate and this sent to my email.

By Vladislava H

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Nov 16, 2020

I'd like to see more practical tasks in DS on this course, maybe you'll need to add a week with the simplest tasks of a data scientist. This will help people to really understand what kind of problems data scientists solve and this will show students if they really want to continue studying DS.

By Gagandeep B

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Apr 26, 2020

Great course. The best points for me were the clarity given on what Data Science is and what a Data Scientist does. Additionally, the discussion on what it takes to be successful as a Data Scientist and the key traits as well the information on the application in various industries was helpful.

By RATMALGRE A S D K

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Feb 3, 2020

The content is easy to understand. The contributors in the video seem very passionate about data science which is stimulating for newcomers eager to learn about data science.

The length of each course is just perfect. It is neither too short nor long. Just the perfect length to keep you focused.

By ATM S H

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Jan 24, 2019

It was really an eye opening course towards journey of Data Science. I really liked the practical examples of the instructors and the concepts explained vividly. If anyone wants to know the nitty gritties of Data Science, this is the course that would be a starting journey towards Data Science.

By Enrique V

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Sep 27, 2021

Es un muy buen curso para comenzar a entender los conceptos básicos de que es Ciencia de Datos que hace un Científico de datos. Que es "Big Data" y lo que se puede alcanzar con este conocimiento. Sin duda el primer paso en la carrera de todo aquel que inicie su carrera como científico de datos

By ORNEL J P E

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May 14, 2020

It is really helpful to understand those concepts around data that may usually hear not knowing what it is. In this course, you can understand and differentiate concepts like BIG DATA, MACHINE LEARNING, DATA MINING, NEURAL NETWORK, among others. And you can get passionate about DATA SCIENCE :)

By Derick O

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Jan 30, 2020

The introduction to data science was gentle but comprehensive. This approach gives confidence to learners who are new to data science and prepares them psychologically for the technical details of the course. I was inspired by this orientation and I am curious of what lies ahead in the course.