Chevron Left
Back to What is Data Science?

Learner Reviews & Feedback for What is Data Science? by IBM

4.7
stars
68,152 ratings

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.

FA

Aug 20, 2023

This course is rich, engaging and thought provoking. It is a solid foundation for a career in data science. I now feel more confident that I can excel in this field. Thank you IBM! Thank you Coursera!

Filter by:

4226 - 4250 of 10,000 Reviews for What is Data Science?

By Sevim İ U

Oct 4, 2022

Such a nice review for me! I especially love the readings, thank you.

By Noman A

Sep 5, 2022

I have a A lot of things about Data Scicne. Thank you Coursera & IBM

By Lean P

Apr 27, 2022

I liked the material becaue it was easy to understand and made sense.

By Sharon R

Apr 21, 2022

This course really help me in understanding the basic of data science

By Pratibha Y

Mar 21, 2022

I genuinely found this course super interesting and insighful for me.

By Parooj P

Nov 8, 2021

The program is concise, practical & valuable with great interviewees.

By Jangale P J

Oct 12, 2021

Very good course for beginners who just started to learn data science

By Human R D

Jun 16, 2021

A great introduction to the topic, and a wonderful workflow to learn.

By frank g

Apr 19, 2021

Basico pero suficiente para lo que es, deseando seguir a los proximos

By Luis A R N

Dec 21, 2020

Very basic but powerful to introduce you in the world of data science

By Sanjoy C

Oct 25, 2020

Simple and very effective step towards the vast area of Data Science.

By AJ P

Oct 12, 2020

Best data science course for aspiring data scientists beginning 😍😊.

By Jose-Felix V

Aug 29, 2020

Well Structured, nice examples and interviews.

Thank you very much!!!

By Simon Z

Aug 8, 2020

Very good overview of the field with relevant videos of practitionar.

By Mohamad S O

Jul 24, 2020

Professional course, professional certificate and easy for beginners.

By Saurabh M

Jul 16, 2020

It was really nice to learn from scratch what is data science exactly

By Michael E

Jul 15, 2020

The course provides you with a useful introduction into data science.

By Priyotosh b

Jun 27, 2020

fully experienced lectures and data scientist explaination is awesome

By Sahana K

Jun 7, 2020

It was an amazing experiance and gain a lot of new things and idea.

By Ines B

May 18, 2020

The course was amazing! will definitely recommend others to take it.

By Sumit N

Apr 6, 2020

Very well formulated course to introduce data science to fresh minds.

By Aditya K

Apr 5, 2020

The course is very good at giving a newbie insight into data science.

By Lwakhe S

Mar 3, 2020

I learnt a lot from the course and appreciate the opportunity by IBM.

By Pankaj S

Feb 26, 2020

very good for begineers, who have no prior knowledge to data science.

By Fatima G

Feb 5, 2020

It was clear and straight to the point, easy to understand and study.