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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


  • N

    Northwestern University

    Scaling Operations: Linking Strategy and Execution

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Sourcing, Operations, Operational Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Operations Management, Procurement, Business Operations, Capacity Planning, Supply Chain, Competitive Analysis, Asset Management, Supply Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Business Metrics, Supplier Relationship Management, Investment Management, Capacity Management, Planning

    ★ 4.6 (264) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Programs, Diversity Awareness, Higher Education, Diversity Training, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Leadership, Workplace inclusivity, Initiative and Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Public Affairs, Accountability, Advocacy, Student Engagement

    ★ 4.6 (302) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Toronto

    App Design and Development for iOS

    Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, iOS Development, Swift Programming, Mobile Development, Application Design, Application Development, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Human Computer Interaction, Interactive Design, Interaction Design, Graphical Tools, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Persistence, Animations, Computer Graphics, Persistence, Network Model

    ★ 4.1 (269) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    ESG and Climate Change

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Climate Change Programs, Sustainable Business, Waste Minimization, Corporate Sustainability, Business Ethics, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Laws, Insurance, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Regulations, Business Risk Management, Mitigation, Insurance Policies, Governance, Sustainability Reporting

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

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Algae Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biological Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Commercialization, Regulatory Affairs, Sustainable Development, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Production Process, New Product Development, Product Development, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

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

  • N

    Northwestern University

    Modern Robotics, Course 2: Robot Kinematics

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Mechanics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering, Virtual Environment, Torque (Physics), Numerical Analysis

    ★ 4.9 (298) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Public Speaking with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Multimedia

    ★ 4.5 (253) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Getting started with Microsoft Office 365

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Presentations, Microsoft 365, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Productivity Software, Microsoft Word, Prioritization, Organizational Skills, Collaborative Software, Email Automation, Calendar Management, Workflow Management, Document Management, Microsoft Excel, User Accounts

    ★ 4.4 (294) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Innovar

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Ideation, Creativity, Customer experience improvement, New Product Development, Product Development, Research and Design, Service Design, Process Development, Brand Management, Brand Strategy, Sustainable Business, Process Improvement, Branding, Business Strategies, Business Modeling, Design, Corporate Sustainability

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

  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Software Architecture for the Internet of Things

    Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Functional Requirement, Requirements Analysis, Internet Of Things, Software Design Patterns, Systems Architecture, Android Development, Embedded Software, Application Frameworks, Interoperability

    ★ 4.3 (250) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentals of Customers and Competition, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Value Propositions, Growth Strategies, Business Development, Business Strategy, Customer Analysis, Market Opportunities, Consumer Behaviour, Target Market, Customer Insights, Competitive Intelligence, Market Research, Market Analysis, Target Audience, Communication Strategies

    ★ 4.8 (350) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Scrimba

    Learn to code with AI

    Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Mobile Development, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Program Development, ChatGPT, GitHub, Front-End Web Development, Javascript, Application Deployment, Responsive Web Design, Video Game Development, Git (Version Control System), AI Integrations, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Database Development, Computer Programming, Database Application, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.6 (143) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Scaling Operations: Linking Strategy and Execution: Northwestern University
  • Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education: University of Michigan
  • App Design and Development for iOS: University of Toronto
  • ESG and Climate Change: University of Pennsylvania
  • Algae Biotechnology: University of California San Diego
  • Modern Robotics, Course 2: Robot Kinematics: Northwestern University
  • Public Speaking with Canva: Coursera
  • Getting started with Microsoft Office 365: Coursera
  • Innovar: Arizona State University
  • Software Architecture for the Internet of Things: 28DIGITAL

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