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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 Leeds

    Training and Learning Online

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Collaborative Software, Learning Strategies, Personal Development, digital literacy, Communication, Self-Awareness, Digital Communications

    ★ 4.6 (157) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • O

    OpenAI

    ChatGPT Foundations for Teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering Tools, AI literacy, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Digital pedagogy, AI Integrations, LLM Application, Educational Materials, AI Personalization, Canva (Software), Instructional Design, Communication, Data Security

    ★ 4.9 (603) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Removing Barriers to Change

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Organizational Change, Change Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Empowerment, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making

    ★ 4.9 (475) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Keller Williams

    The Principles of Real Estate

    Skills you'll gain: Lead Generation, Real Estate, Real Estate Sales, Property and Real Estate, Customer Relationship Building, Database Management, Real Estate Transactions, Prospecting and Qualification, Sales Prospecting, Relationship Building, Prioritization, Goal Setting, Market Data, Market Analysis, Market Trend, Compensation Management

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

  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Macroeconomics for Business Management

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Business Economics, Economics, Financial Policy, Economic Development, Fiscal Management, Market Dynamics, Business Planning, Investments

    ★ 4.8 (461) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Architecting Smart IoT Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Threat Modeling, Systems Architecture, System Software, Hardening, Debugging, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Internet Of Things, Application Security, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Operating Systems, Performance Tuning, System Requirements, Network Protocols, Open Source Technology

    ★ 4.4 (352) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • H

    HubSpot Academy

    Sales Training: Techniques for a Human-Centric Sales Process

    Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Booking (Sales), Overcoming Objections, Sales Process, Selling Techniques, Sales Prospecting, HubSpot CRM, Sales, Prospecting and Qualification, General Sales Practices, Sales Strategy, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Relationship Management, Lead Generation, Negotiation, Business Writing, LinkedIn, Value Propositions, Planning

    ★ 4.7 (538) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Numerical Methods for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Software, Engineering Analysis, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Computational Thinking, Integral Calculus, Scripting, Simulations, Calculus, Scientific Visualization, Programming Principles, Plot (Graphics), Algorithms

    ★ 4.9 (437) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Developer Associate (AZ-204) Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Cloud Development, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Storage, Data Storage, Serverless Computing, Software Development, Cloud Security, Virtual Machines, Data Storage Technologies, Continuous Deployment, Development Environment, Cloud Management, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Data Security, Cloud Computing, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, C# (Programming Language)

    ★ 4.5 (296) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Space Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Occupational Medicine, Physiology, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Engineering, Emergency Medicine, Hemodynamics, Vital Signs, Preventative Care, Oxygen Therapy, Injury Prevention, Radiation Protection, Human Factors, Exercise Science, Health Care, Respiration, Human Musculoskeletal System, Environment, Physics, Biology, Engineering

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

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Vector Databases, Embeddings, System Monitoring, Application Security, Fine-tuning, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation

    ★ 4.8 (196) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Organ Donation: From Death to Life

    Skills you'll gain: Informed Consent, Healthcare Ethics, Scientific Methods, Intensive Care Medicine, Diagnostic Tests, Diversity Awareness, Dignity in Care, Cultural Diversity, Patient Education and Support, Critical Care, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Sensitivity, Patient Communication

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Training and Learning Online: University of Leeds
  • ChatGPT Foundations for Teachers: OpenAI
  • Removing Barriers to Change: University of Pennsylvania
  • The Principles of Real Estate: Keller Williams
  • Macroeconomics for Business Management: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Architecting Smart IoT Devices: 28DIGITAL
  • Sales Training: Techniques for a Human-Centric Sales Process: HubSpot Academy
  • Numerical Methods for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Microsoft Azure Developer Associate (AZ-204) Exam Prep: Microsoft
  • Space Medicine: Duke University

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