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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

    University of Michigan

    Inferential Statistical Analysis with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Jupyter, Analysis, Statistical Programming, Statistical Software, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    937 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Application Development using Microservices and Serverless

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, OpenShift, Cloud Applications, Serverless Computing, Microservices, Istio, API Gateway, Cloud-Native Computing, Restful API, Cloud Computing, IBM Cloud, Kubernetes, Application Development, Containerization, Software Architecture, Scalability, Flask (Web Framework)

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    402 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    AI for Writing and Communicating

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, AI literacy, Report Writing, Public Speaking, Google Workspace, AI Personalization, Persona Development, AI Enablement, AI Workflows, User Feedback, Generative AI, Management Reporting, Stakeholder Analysis, AI Integrations, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    234 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Washington

    Data Manipulation at Scale: Systems and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Dataflow, Databases, Data Science, Database Theory, Data Manipulation, Data Store, Data Processing, Database Management Systems, NoSQL, Apache Spark, Distributed Computing, Apache Hadoop, SQL, Data Analysis, Query Languages, Cloud Computing, Python Programming

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    773 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Intuit

    Tracking expenses, liabilities, and equity

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Financial Reporting, Bookkeeping, Payroll Administration, Payroll Processing, Payroll Reporting, Accounting, Balance Sheet, Equities, Financial Statements, Expense Management, Tax Management, Loans

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    802 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Top AI Program
    Top AI Program
    V

    Vanderbilt University

    AI Agents and Agentic AI with Python & Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, LLM Application, Tool Calling, OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, Application Development, Large Language Modeling, Software Documentation, File I/O, Memory Management, File Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    432 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Executives and Business Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Data Ethics, AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Analysis, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Business Leadership, Risk Mitigation, Strategic Thinking, Data Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Strategy, AI literacy, Brainstorming, Cloud Infrastructure, Return On Investment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    717 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Washington

    Lesson | Business English Skills: Introducing Yourself in Business Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Business Communication, Greeting Customers, Oral Expression, English Language, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    326 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Network Monitoring, Web Applications, Firewall, Computer Security, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Operations, Exploitation techniques, Security Controls, TCP/IP, Identity and Access Management, Network Protocols, Event Monitoring, Authentications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    737 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Tableau Learning Partner

    Introduction to Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Tableau Software, Business Analysis, Analytics, Business Analytics, Business Reporting, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Management, Descriptive Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Project Management Life Cycle

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    497 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Medical Emergencies: Airway, Breathing, and Circulation

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Pharmacology, Airway Management, Cardiology, Medication Administration, Medical Emergency, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medicine, Respiratory Care, Neurology, Clinical Assessment, Health Assessment, Mental Status Examination, Respiration, Patient Treatment, Anatomy, Physiology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    815 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Fundamentals of Kubernetes Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Containerization, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Cloud Hosting, Software Installation, Data Persistence, Infrastructure Architecture, Scalability, Data Storage, Network Model, Command-Line Interface

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    323 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Inferential Statistical Analysis with Python: University of Michigan
  • Application Development using Microservices and Serverless : IBM
  • AI for Writing and Communicating: Google
  • Data Manipulation at Scale: Systems and Algorithms: University of Washington
  • Tracking expenses, liabilities, and equity: Intuit
  • AI Agents and Agentic AI with Python & Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
  • Generative AI for Executives and Business Leaders: IBM
  • Lesson | Business English Skills: Introducing Yourself in Business Settings : University of Washington
  • Network Security: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Introduction to Business Analytics: Tableau Learning Partner

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