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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


  • D

    Duke University

    Introduction to FastAPI framework

    Skills you'll gain: Web Frameworks, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), API Testing, Application Deployment, Software Documentation, Package and Software Management, JSON, Server Side, Python Programming, Data Validation

    ★ 2.5 (31) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    The Business Case for ESG

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Reporting, Business Reporting, Financial Reporting, Performance Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Corporate Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Sustainability Standards, Data Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Financial Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Performance Analysis, Value Propositions, Innovation

    ★ 4.5 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Skillshare

    Master Photography & Affinity Photo Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Photography, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Editing, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Image Quality, Global Positioning Systems, Spatial Data Analysis, Post-Production, Planning, Research, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Adobe Creative Cloud, Creativity, Design Elements And Principles, Critical Thinking

    ★ 3.8 (14) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Elevate Team Productivity with Crew AI

    Skills you'll gain: CrewAI, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Workflow Management, Generative AI Agents, AI Integrations, Business Process Automation, Tool Calling, Automation, LLM Application, Agentic systems, Decision Making, Process Improvement, Customer Service

    ★ 4.8 (27) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Full Training Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Endpoint Security, Vulnerability Management, Risk Management, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework, Network Security, Incident Response, Threat Management, Cloud Security, Risk Analysis, Cryptographic Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Business Risk Management, Encryption, Cyber Security Policies, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Threat Intelligence

    ★ 4.4 (18) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Industrial Applications of AI

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Computer Vision, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Civil Engineering, Classification Algorithms, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Software, Electrical Substation, Machine Learning, AI literacy, Tensorflow, Construction Engineering, Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Engineering

    ★ 4.7 (15) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Java Spring Boot Case Study - Appointment Management System

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Apache Maven, Model View Controller, Unit Testing, Frontend Integration, Spring Boot, Restful API, Data Persistence, Web Services, Software Testing, Java Programming, Object-Relational Mapping, Java, Back-End Web Development, Secure Coding, Authentications, Data Modeling, Business Logic

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

  • W

    Whizlabs

    AWS: Storage

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon S3, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Storage, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Cloud Security, Security Controls, File Management, Authorization (Computing), File Systems, Key Management, Encryption

    ★ 4.8 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Application Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Gemini, Application Deployment, Responsible AI, Software Development Tools, Cloud Development, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, AI literacy, Prompt Engineering, AI Integrations, Debugging, Application Development

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

  • C

    Corporate Finance Institute

    Advanced Tableau - Table Calculations

    Skills you'll gain: Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Trend Analysis, Data Analysis, Business Metrics

    ★ 4.4 (18) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    MathWorks

    Advanced Deep Learning Techniques for Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Anomaly Detection, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Model Training, Matlab, Generative AI, Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Interoperability

    ★ 4.9 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • V

    Voxy

    Low Intermediate English: Personal Growth & Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Goal Setting, Nutrition and Diet, English Language, Professional Development, Personal Development, Language Competency, Nutrition Education, Language Learning, Relationship Building, Grammar, Vocabulary, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication

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

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

  • Introduction to FastAPI framework: Duke University
  • The Business Case for ESG: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Master Photography & Affinity Photo Techniques: Skillshare
  • Elevate Team Productivity with Crew AI: Coursera
  • CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Full Training Guide: Packt
  • Industrial Applications of AI: L&T EduTech
  • Java Spring Boot Case Study - Appointment Management System: EDUCBA
  • AWS: Storage: Whizlabs
  • GenAI for Application Developers: Coursera
  • Advanced Tableau - Table Calculations: Corporate Finance Institute

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