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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


  • S

    Simplilearn

    Python Programming Essentials Training

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Code Reusability, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Computational Logic, Integrated Development Environments, System Software, Software Installation, Functional Design

    3.5
    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Power BI: Data Analytics and Data Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Data Transformation, Power BI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Data Modeling, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Pivot Tables And Charts, Analytics

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Goodwill Industries International

    The Digital Divide

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Computer Literacy, Digital Communications, Computer Security Awareness Training, Community Development, Community Outreach, End User Training and Support, Advocacy, Telecommunications

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    31 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Simplilearn

    Email Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Email Automation, Target Audience, Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, Newsletters, Digital Marketing Tools, Campaign Management, Driving engagement, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Materials, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Account Management, Customer Engagement, Brand Loyalty, Sales, Growth Strategies, Automation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Master Electric Vehicle Tech: Software Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Embedded Software, Electric Power Systems, Engineering Software, Power Electronics, Hardware Troubleshooting, Systems Architecture, Software Systems, Electrical Engineering, Systems Integration, Debugging, Control Systems

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT + Zapier: Easy Inbox Intelligence for Smarter Email

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Calendar Management, Organizational Skills, ChatGPT, AI literacy, Data Integration, Generative AI, Agentic Workflows, Business Process Automation, Automation

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Automate Blog Advertisements with Zapier

    Skills you'll gain: Content Scheduling, Blogs, Social Media Content, Social Media Management, Facebook, Social Media, Instagram, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Automation, Owned Media, User Accounts, Web Presence, Advertising, Marketing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    SkillUp

    GenAI for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot, Prompt Engineering, AI Workflows, AI Integrations, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Software Architecture, Code Review, AI literacy, Software Design, API Design, Debugging, Software Development, Application Development, AI Security, Database Design, Python Programming, Automation, Version Control, Java Programming

    2.2
    Rating, 2.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    Edureka

    Getting Started with APIs

    Skills you'll gain: API Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Postman API Platform, Restful API, API Testing, Application Deployment, Continuous Deployment, CI/CD, Application Lifecycle Management, Test Automation, Software Documentation, Application Performance Management, Continuous Integration

    3.4
    Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Data Visualization using dplyr and ggplot2 in R

    Skills you'll gain: Ggplot2, Plot (Graphics), Tidyverse (R Package), Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, R Programming, Data Visualization Software, Data Wrangling, Data Manipulation, R (Software)

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Contract Drafting Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Contract Management, Contract Compliance, Client Services, AI literacy, AI Personalization, AI Integrations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Automation, Analysis

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Testing and Debugging in .NET Core Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Test Driven Development (TDD), Debugging, Software Testing, Performance Testing, Unit Testing, Test Engineering, System Testing, Test Tools, Test Automation, Testability, Integration Testing, Performance Stress Testing, .NET Framework, Performance Tuning, Software Development Tools

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    28 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Python Programming Essentials Training: Simplilearn
  • Power BI: Data Analytics and Data Preparation: Whizlabs
  • The Digital Divide: Goodwill Industries International
  • Email Marketing: Simplilearn
  • Master Electric Vehicle Tech: Software Skills: Coursera
  • ChatGPT + Zapier: Easy Inbox Intelligence for Smarter Email: Vanderbilt University
  • Automate Blog Advertisements with Zapier : Coursera
  • GenAI for Software Developers: SkillUp
  • Getting Started with APIs: Edureka
  • Data Visualization using dplyr and ggplot2 in R: Coursera

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