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Learner Reviews & Feedback for The Data Scientist’s Toolbox by Johns Hopkins University

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About the Course

In this course you will get an introduction to the main tools and ideas in the data scientist's toolbox. The course gives an overview of the data, questions, and tools that data analysts and data scientists work with. There are two components to this course. The first is a conceptual introduction to the ideas behind turning data into actionable knowledge. The second is a practical introduction to the tools that will be used in the program like version control, markdown, git, GitHub, R, and RStudio....
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Foundational tools

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Introductory course

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Top reviews

LR

Sep 7, 2017

It was really insightful, coming from knowing almost nothing about statistics or experimental design, it was easy to understand while not feeling shallow. Just the right amount of information density.

SF

Apr 14, 2020

As a business student from Bangladesh who is aspiring to be a data analyst in near future, I love this course very much. The quizzes and assessments were the places to check how much I exactly learnt.

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By Kingsley B

Jul 22, 2019

Liked the course and completed all the quizzes and project. But couldn't submit and earn a certificate because I can't afford to pay the fees.

By Deleted A

Feb 7, 2017

The course is a real beginner's guide to the world of data science and gives a good introduction to some of the tools used by data scientists.

By Heiko R

May 27, 2019

The course was well laid out and covered the basics of definitions as well as setting up R, RStudio, GitHub and showing how to use RMarkdown.

By jason l

Apr 29, 2022

fast paced and a bit convoluted for an introduction compounded by the computer generated voice. Some of the screenshots are a bit outdated.

By Glauco P S

Jun 30, 2020

I do understand why they used automated videos in order to keep all the material as updated as possible, however it is a strange experience.

By Judith W

Apr 2, 2020

It is a good course to get familiar with the basics, however, I would have liked a little more actual content. Week Four I enjoyed the most.

By Suryakant S

Feb 7, 2020

I liked the course as it helped me to understand the basics of R programming including the installation of R studio and linking it to GitHub

By Leul B

Nov 2, 2016

Pretty great introductory course on types of data analysis. I can't wait to see how this builds in the future courses of the specialization.

By SantoshKumar

May 5, 2016

Nice course for Beginners, No complains regarding course material, however there is little bit audio issue in some slides as it is bit low.

By Peter E

Feb 14, 2016

Great Course! Overall I would recommend. Had a little bit of trouble b/c I am using a Mac but after a few Google Searches I was on my way!

By Brandon P

Jan 20, 2016

Great course! I would recommend compressing the audio on the video presentations so it's easier to hear and more consistent in volume level.

By Bradley P

Jul 12, 2023

A well-rounded course. Nevertheless, the videos must be updated and can create confusion because of newer software interfaces, like GitHub.

By Ashe G

Apr 28, 2020

This course is nice kick start for the upcoming courses but the course could have been even more interactive . over all nice experience .

By Kadimisetty H S P

Jan 12, 2020

This course helps many of us to get started with R and R studio. It also explains about some famous terms in data science and statistics. T

By Chloé

May 23, 2019

Everything was perfect except the Git and Github part. It was confusing. I ended up not using what it has teached me to pass the final exam

By Girish v V

Dec 28, 2018

Quiz in final submission related to usage of toolbox Rstudio, like loading new packages will add more value and will help the learners also

By Francesco M

Dec 28, 2017

Good introduction on Data science specializationi. I highly recommend to all people that would like to know more about this fantastic world

By John W

Jan 9, 2017

I knew most of the material in this course already, but I thought it was a good introduction to some of the tools that data scientists use.

By 辔己 P

Sep 27, 2021

For someone who has never used Github, I feel the instructional materials are a little bit confusing. Video demonstration would be better.

By Olivera D

Jun 11, 2020

The automated voice of the lectures is dehumanized. It is less productive and focusing learning from a machine, but the material was good.

By Zengqi L

Mar 7, 2017

I wish the instructors can be more clear with the Git and Github part. I still don't fully understand how to use Github for various tasks.

By RHR P

Mar 13, 2016

The course is very nice and provides all that you need to get started on Data Science. Looking forward to the next set of courses. Thanks!

By John T M

Dec 17, 2020

It was a good start and overview. The robot voice didn't always read correctly. RStudio has changeds since slides were made. Mostly good.

By Jonathan H

Jan 10, 2020

Material is awesome! Clear and simple, with great examples!

Questions at the end of the modules are confusing sometimes, could be improve!

By Syam V

Nov 12, 2017

Good crash course on setting up all the toolbox necessary for a data scientist. The quiz could be more difficult than it is designed now.