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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Clean Data in SQL using MySQL Workbench

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, MySQL Workbench, SQL, Data Cleansing, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Database Management, Databases, Data Quality, Relational Databases, Data Entry

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    30 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Power System Stability

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Systems Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Network Model, Differential Equations

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Pearson

    Full-Stack React with Spring Boot: Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: Frontend Integration, React.js, Full-Stack Web Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Restful API, Front-End Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Spring Boot, Web Applications, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Data Persistence

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    AngularJS for Beginners: Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Program Development, Web Development Tools, JavaScript Frameworks, Code Reusability, Javascript, Front-End Web Development, Model View Controller, Web Development

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Improve Communication Processes Using Gmail

    Skills you'll gain: Gmail, Email Automation, Google Workspace, Prioritization, Productivity Software, Workflow Management, Organizational Skills, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Mastering SEO with Jasper: Ranking and Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Search Engine Optimization, Content Optimization, Driving engagement, Web Content, Content Creation, Content Marketing, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Business Marketing

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Professional Selling: Step 3 - Become a High-Performer

    Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Closing (Sales), Selling Techniques, Consultative Selling, Sales Presentation, Sales, General Sales Practices, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Sales Strategy, Solution Selling, Sales Prospecting, Customer Relationship Building, Prospecting and Qualification, Rapport Building, Customer Retention, Negotiation, Return On Investment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    AI in Workforce Management

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Workforce Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Workforce Development, Workforce Planning, Responsible AI, Resource Management, Performance Improvement, Employee Performance Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, AI Integrations, Process Optimization, Strategic Planning, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Lean Six Sigma Green Belt: Apply & Master Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Six Sigma Methodology, Correlation Analysis, Kaizen Methodology, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Project Coordination, Project Design, Quality Improvement, Sampling (Statistics), Project Management Software, Project Management, Milestones (Project Management), Data Literacy, Statistical Process Controls, Statistical Methods, Business Process, Statistical Modeling

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    48 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Learn Object-Oriented Programming with PHP

    Skills you'll gain: PHP (Scripting Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Code Reusability, Web Development, Maintainability, Software Engineering

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    38 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Azure Networking Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Load Balancing, Network Planning And Design, Virtual Networking, Microsoft Azure, Network Engineering, Network Troubleshooting, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Engineering, Network Administration, Scalability, Network Security, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), TCP/IP, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Remote Access Systems

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    37 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Artificial Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification Algorithms, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Agentic systems, AI literacy, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Decision Support Systems, Bayesian Network, Complex Problem Solving, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Clean Data in SQL using MySQL Workbench: Coursera
  • Power System Stability: L&T EduTech
  • Full-Stack React with Spring Boot: Unit 4: Pearson
  • AngularJS for Beginners: Getting Started: Coursera
  • Improve Communication Processes Using Gmail: Coursera
  • Mastering SEO with Jasper: Ranking and Optimization: Coursera
  • Professional Selling: Step 3 - Become a High-Performer: Kennesaw State University
  • AI in Workforce Management: Coursera
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt: Apply & Master Skills: EDUCBA
  • Learn Object-Oriented Programming with PHP: Coursera

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