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Back end courses can help you learn server-side programming, database management, API development, and cloud computing. You can build skills in data modeling, performance optimization, and security practices. Many courses introduce tools like Node.js, Express, and SQL databases, along with methods for integrating third-party services and managing user authentication.

Popular Back End Courses and Certifications


  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Introducción a la mejora genética vegetal

    Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Biotechnology, Plant Operations and Management, Natural Resource Management, Commercialization, Molecular Biology, Biology, Environmental Resource Management, Biological Engineering, Laboratory Research, Life Sciences, Scientific Methods

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Computer Vision Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Color Theory, Digital Signal Processing, Mathematical Software, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Matlab, AI literacy, Algorithms, Calculus, Probability & Statistics

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.8K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Innovation That Works with Professor Jagdish Sheth

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Innovation, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Digital Transformation, Market Dynamics, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Awareness, Business Transformation, Business Strategy, Market Share, New Product Development, Cyber Governance, Cyber Risk, Product Development, Market Analysis, Cost Reduction, Growth Strategies, Commercialization, Business

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Basic Game Development using Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Debugging, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Video Game Development, Computer Programming Tools, Game Design, Computer Programming, Program Development, Animation and Game Design, Interactive Design, Computer Science

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.5K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • L

    Lund University

    AI & Law

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Legal Risk, AI literacy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Labor Law, Intellectual Property, Governance, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Public Administration

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    813 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Building Tech Products that Customers Love

    Skills you'll gain: Product Strategy, Product Planning, Product Management, Prototyping, Product Development, New Product Development, Technical Product Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Design and Product, Design Thinking, Team Management, Product Design, Continuous Delivery, Organizational Structure, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Design Strategies, Design, Customer Service, Design Specifications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Madecraft

    Taking the Leap from Employee to Entrepreneur

    Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Selling Techniques, Entrepreneurship, Lifelong Learning, Ideation, Willingness To Learn, Professional Networking, Adaptability, Accounting Systems, Overcoming Objections, New Product Development, Sales, New Business Development, Relationship Building, Brand Strategy, Business Development, Business Planning, Customer Acquisition Management, Business Management, Marketing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    NodeJS Unleashed: Mastering Backend Development

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Scalability, Authentications, JSON, Authorization (Computing), Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Web Development, Server Side, Secure Coding, JavaScript Frameworks, Back-End Web Development, Application Frameworks, Javascript, Restful API, Development Environment, Event-Driven Programming, Operating Systems, Email Automation, Integrated Development Environments

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    53 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Michigan State University

    Developing An Entrepreneurial Mindset: First Step Towards Success

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Self-Starter, Market Opportunities, Lean Methodologies, Open Mindset, Growth Mindedness, New Business Development, Personal Attributes, Personal Development, Decision Making, Overcoming Obstacles, Business Strategies, Business

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    964 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    The Power of Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: A/B Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Data Analysis, Analytics, Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Advanced Analytics, Probability Distribution, Statistical Inference, Data Science, Statistical Programming, Statistical Methods, Probability, Python Programming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    894 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    Go Beyond the Numbers: Translate Data into Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Tableau Software, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Data Wrangling, Technical Communication, Data Quality, Data Validation, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    911 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Python Project: Software Engineering and Image Manipulation

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Diagram Design, Image Analysis, Python Programming, Jupyter, Software Engineering, Application Programming Interface (API), Computer Vision

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.5K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular back end courses

  • Introducción a la mejora genética vegetal: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Computer Vision Basics: University at Buffalo
  • Innovation That Works with Professor Jagdish Sheth: Kennesaw State University
  • Introduction to Basic Game Development using Scratch: Coursera
  • AI & Law : Lund University
  • Building Tech Products that Customers Love: John Wiley & Sons
  • Taking the Leap from Employee to Entrepreneur: Madecraft
  • NodeJS Unleashed: Mastering Backend Development: EDUCBA
  • Developing An Entrepreneurial Mindset: First Step Towards Success : Michigan State University
  • The Power of Statistics: Google

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