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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


  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Dimensionality Reduction, Mathematical Software, Machine Learning Methods, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Applied Mathematics, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Algebra, Image Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (2.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Data Quality and Debugging for Reliable Pipelines

    Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Data Quality, Data Integrity, Debugging, Data Pipelines, Test Automation, Root Cause Analysis, YAML, Generative AI, Test Tools, Anomaly Detection, AI Integrations, CI/CD, Python Programming, Reliability, Performance Tuning, Memory Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Java FullStack Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, HTML and CSS, Data Structures, Spring Boot, Eclipse (Software), Restful API, Java Programming, JavaScript Frameworks, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Model View Controller, Software Development Tools, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Java, Computer Programming Tools, Application Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, Spring Framework, Object Oriented Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript

    ★ 4.4 (865) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Michigan State University

    Photography Basics and Beyond: From Smartphone to DSLR

    Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Photography, Photo Editing, Peer Review, Design, Post-Production, Image Quality, Photo/Video Production and Technology, File Management, Visual Storytelling, Creative Design, Creativity, Digital Publishing, Web Presence, Social Media, Storytelling, Copywriting, Information Privacy, Writing, Web Design and Development

    ★ 4.7 (6.7K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Fundamentals of Visualization with Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Dashboard Creation, Data Ethics, Data Storytelling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Dashboard, Tableau Software, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export

    ★ 4.5 (6.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    UX Design Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience, User Experience Design, User Interface (UI), Adobe XD, User Interface (UI) Design, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Research, Design Research, User Flows, Application Design, Information Architecture, Ideation, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator

    ★ 4.8 (2.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Front-End Development Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Responsive Web Design, React.js, Front-End Web Development, Git (Version Control System), HTML and CSS, Version Control, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, Frontend Integration, Web Design, Web Components, UI Components, Code Review, Web Applications, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Analytics and SEO, Figma (Design Software), Mockups, Software Development

    ★ 4.6 (58) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    NIIT

    Server side JavaScript with Node.js

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Unit Testing, Server Side, Javascript, Debugging, Back-End Web Development, File Systems, File I/O, Test Script Development, Software Testing, Development Testing, Web Applications, Event-Driven Programming, Code Reusability

    ★ 3.8 (85) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    Create High-Fidelity Designs and Prototypes in Figma

    Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), User Experience, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Graphic and Visual Design, User Experience Design, Usability, Mockups, Usability Testing, Interactive Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Design Elements And Principles, Interaction Design, Design Reviews, Prototyping, Systems Design, Technical Communication, Typography, Motion Graphics, Design Research, User Research

    ★ 4.8 (4.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Macquarie University

    Excel Skills for Business: Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Wrangling, Data Preprocessing, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Excel Macros, Data Analysis Software, Business Analytics, Analytical Skills, Advanced Analytics, Business Mathematics, Financial Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (6.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Programming Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Program Development, Problem Solving, Solution Design, Computational Logic

    ★ 4.7 (7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Customer Engagement and Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Analysis, Brand Awareness, HubSpot CRM, User Feedback, Customer Retention, Customer Engagement, Customer Service, Content Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Brand Marketing, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Google Analytics, Digital Marketing, Performance Measurement, Search Engine Optimization, AI Enablement, Generative AI

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science: DeepLearning.AI
  • Data Quality and Debugging for Reliable Pipelines: Coursera
  • Java FullStack Developer: Board Infinity
  • Photography Basics and Beyond: From Smartphone to DSLR: Michigan State University
  • Fundamentals of Visualization with Tableau: University of California, Davis
  • UX Design Fundamentals: California Institute of the Arts
  • Front-End Development Capstone Project: IBM
  • Server side JavaScript with Node.js: NIIT
  • Create High-Fidelity Designs and Prototypes in Figma: Google
  • Excel Skills for Business: Advanced: Macquarie University

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