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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 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

  • 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

  • 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 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

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Claude Code: Software Engineering with Generative AI Agents

    Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering, Anthropic Claude, Token Optimization, Multimodal Prompts, Version Control, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Git (Version Control System), Generative AI, Software Quality Assurance, Software Development, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Automation, Software Testing, Software Design, Software Development Methodologies

    ★ 4.8 (133) · 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

  • S

    Scrimba

    Generative AI for Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Anthropic Claude, Vibe coding, Prompt Patterns, Model Context Protocol, LLM Application, Context Management, Debugging, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Multimodal Prompts, Cloud API, AI literacy, Token Optimization, Context Engineering, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence, Web Development Tools, Software Development

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

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Healthcare Data Security, Privacy, and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Health Information Management, Security Awareness, Cloud Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Encryption, Health Informatics, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Medical Records, Health Technology, Information Privacy, Cloud Computing, Patient Safety

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

  • C

    Caltech

    Getting started in cryo-EM

    Skills you'll gain: Specimen Preparation, Medical Imaging, Image Analysis, Specimen Processing, Cell Biology, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Techniques, Digital Signal Processing, Scientific Visualization, 3D Modeling

    ★ 4.9 (272) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    INSEAD

    Blockchain, Cryptoassets, and Decentralized Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, FinTech, Agentic systems, Financial Inclusion, Business Modeling, Financial Systems, Asset Management, Payment Systems, Emerging Technologies, Business Transformation, Distributed Computing, Transaction Processing, Cryptographic Protocols, Identity and Access Management, Contract Management, Cost Reduction, Security Controls

    ★ 4.7 (383) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentals of Operations, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Process Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Business Operations, Operational Excellence, Operations Management, Operational Analysis, Process Management, Operations, Business Process, Business Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Improvement, Customer experience improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Development, Growth Strategies, Technology Strategies, Business Technologies, Technology Solutions

    ★ 4.6 (386) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • 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

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

  • App Design and Development for iOS: University of Toronto
  • Public Speaking with Canva: Coursera
  • Scaling Operations: Linking Strategy and Execution: Northwestern University
  • ESG and Climate Change: University of Pennsylvania
  • Claude Code: Software Engineering with Generative AI Agents: Vanderbilt University
  • Software Architecture for the Internet of Things: 28DIGITAL
  • Generative AI for Web Development: Scrimba
  • Healthcare Data Security, Privacy, and Compliance: Johns Hopkins University
  • Getting started in cryo-EM: Caltech
  • Blockchain, Cryptoassets, and Decentralized Finance: INSEAD

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