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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 Michigan

    Generative AI: Impact on Business and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Responsible AI, Social Impact, Business Risk Management, Decision Intelligence, Business Operations, Risk Analysis, AI literacy, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Socioeconomics, Environment Health And Safety, Safety Assurance, Social Sciences, Environmental Issue, Governance, Accountability, Leadership and Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    58 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Simplilearn

    Strategic Digital Marketing Channels - SEO & SEM

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Google Ads, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Strategies, Pay Per Click Advertising, Data-Driven Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing Tools, Marketing Effectiveness, Email Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Marketing Planning, Marketing, Digital Advertising, Driving engagement, Strategic Marketing, Social Media Marketing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    38 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    NASM Personal Fitness Trainer Exam Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Nutrition Care Plans, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Human Musculoskeletal System, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Automated External Defibrillator, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Athletic Training, Motivational Skills, Anatomy, Physiology

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    49 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Dartmouth College

    C Programming: Modular Programming and Memory Management - 3

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Memory Management, System Programming, Computer Architecture, Embedded Software, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Computer Programming, Linux

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    62 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Starweaver

    Advanced Requirements Management & Solution Evaluation

    Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, Requirements Management, Business Requirements, Performance Measurement, Requirements Analysis, Business Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Change Requests, Data Mining, Performance Analysis, Jira (Software), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analysis, Prioritization

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    66 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Overview of Automotive SPICE

    Skills you'll gain: Process Driven Development, Software Quality Assurance, Process Management, Software Development, Verification And Validation, Software Engineering, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Development Methodologies, Quality Assurance, Systems Engineering, Configuration Management, Requirements Analysis, Process Modeling, Quality Control

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    73 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Goodwill Industries International

    Career Support Community and Resources

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Coaching, Virtual Teams, Professional Development, Talent Pipelining, Telecommuting, Drive Engagement, Project Closure, Project Design, Professional Networking, Adaptability, Stakeholder Engagement, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Workforce Development, Strategic Partnership, Project Implementation, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Relationship Building, Presentations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    52 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    VLSI Chip Design and Simulation with Electric VLSI EDA Tool

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Systems, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Hardware Design, Electronics Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Microarchitecture, Electrical Engineering, Computer Architecture, Schematic Diagrams, Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Diagram Design, Low Voltage, Simulation and Simulation Software, Computational Logic, Verification And Validation, Software Installation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    39 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Threat Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Threat Modeling, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Exploitation techniques, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Management, Incident Response, Event Monitoring, Computer Security Incident Management, Malware Protection, Network Analysis, Anomaly Detection, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Network Protocols, SQL

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    34 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Foundational Banking and Financial Services Skills in India

    Skills you'll gain: Banking Services, Banking, Regulatory Compliance, Commercial Banking, Compliance Management, Risk Management Framework, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Investment Banking, Financial Services, Operational Efficiency, Operational Performance Management, Financial Systems, Risk Management, Operational Analysis, Operational Excellence, FinTech, Front Office, Business Operations, Decision Support Systems, Investments

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Berklee

    FL Studio Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Post-Production, Music, Media Production, Video Editing, Music Performance, Editing, Automation, Electronic Media

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    MathWorks

    Medical Image Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Image Analysis, Data Import/Export, Image Quality, Matlab, Deep Learning, Software Visualization

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    28 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Generative AI: Impact on Business and Society: University of Michigan
  • Strategic Digital Marketing Channels - SEO & SEM: Simplilearn
  • NASM Personal Fitness Trainer Exam Preparation: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • C Programming: Modular Programming and Memory Management - 3: Dartmouth College
  • Advanced Requirements Management & Solution Evaluation: Starweaver
  • Overview of Automotive SPICE: EDUCBA
  • Career Support Community and Resources: Goodwill Industries International
  • VLSI Chip Design and Simulation with Electric VLSI EDA Tool: L&T EduTech
  • Threat Analysis: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Foundational Banking and Financial Services Skills in India: Coursera

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