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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


  • B

    Board Infinity

    .Net Full Stack Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Application Frameworks, Development Environment, Web Development, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft Development Tools

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    289 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Microsoft Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, AI powered creativity, AI literacy, Microsoft Office, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Productivity Software, AI Integrations

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    150 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Public Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Media Relations, Public Relations, Target Audience, Marketing and Public Relations, Strategic Communication, Media Strategy, Performance Metric, Campaign Planning, Program Evaluation, Generative AI, AI literacy, Content Creation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    148 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    VFX with Adobe After Effects from Novice to Expert

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe After Effects, Motion Graphics, Animations, Post-Production, Computer Graphic Techniques, 3D Assets, Timelines, Visual Storytelling, Color Theory, Typography

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    297 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Scrimba

    CSS

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Typography, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design, Web Design and Development, Web Development Tools, Browser Compatibility, Application Deployment, Front-End Web Development, Web Development, Computer Programming Tools, Animations, Development Environment, Software Development Tools, UI Components, Interactive Design, Javascript, Program Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    241 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Utrecht University

    Professionalism in an era of change

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Adult Education, Professionalism, Professional Development, Organizational Development, Social Sciences, Organizational Change, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Workforce Development, Organizational Structure, Sociology, Psychology, Leadership, Personal Development, Empowerment, Leadership Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    80 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Storyboard using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, Storytelling, Canva (Software), Visual Storytelling, Graphical Tools, Animations, Graphic Design, Design and Product, Business, Marketing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    207 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    SkillUp

    Product Management: Initial Product Strategy and Plan

    Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Product Roadmaps, Product Management, Product Planning, New Product Development, Product Strategy, Project Management Life Cycle, Product Development, Project Planning, Project Documentation, Agile Product Development, Product Requirements, Business Planning, User Requirements Documents, Product Marketing, Team Building, Competitive Analysis, Team Management, Marketing Planning, Market Research

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    208 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Data Analysis and Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Statistical Process Controls, Data Analysis Software, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Tableau Software, Statistical Visualization, Data Analysis, Process Capability, Minitab, Data Cleansing, Statistical Analysis, Data Quality, Process Analysis, Data Strategy, Business Planning, Matlab

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    172 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Emotional Intelligence in Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Social Skills, Empathy, Leadership Development, Personal Development, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Adaptability, Relationship Building, Recognizing Others, Teamwork, Team Management, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    252 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    MathWorks

    Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Design, Systems Development, Functional Design, Requirements Analysis, System Requirements, Functional Requirement, Verification And Validation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    293 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Create Animated Social Media Posts using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Animations, Content Creation, Social Media, Collaborative Software, Marketing

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    186 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • .Net Full Stack Foundation: Board Infinity
  • Introduction to Microsoft Copilot: Microsoft
  • Introduction to Public Relations: Microsoft
  • VFX with Adobe After Effects from Novice to Expert: EDUCBA
  • CSS: Scrimba
  • Professionalism in an era of change: Utrecht University
  • Create a Storyboard using Canva: Coursera
  • Product Management: Initial Product Strategy and Plan: SkillUp
  • Data Analysis and Visualization: University at Buffalo
  • Emotional Intelligence in Leadership: Coursera

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