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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

    How Science Turns Data Into Knowledge

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Scientific Methods, Data Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Experimentation, Science and Research, Research Design, Analytical Skills, General Science and Research, Research, Peer Review, Probability & Statistics, Journalism, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Media and Communications, Research Methodologies

    ★ 4.6 (17) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Apache Kafka Series - Learn Apache Kafka for Beginners v3

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Command-Line Interface, Data Pipelines, Java, Java Programming, Enterprise Application Management, Real Time Data, Unix Commands, Data Integration, Distributed Computing, Performance Tuning, Software Installation

    ★ 4.5 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    Edureka

    Modern Web Development with TypeScript

    Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Object Oriented Design, Node.JS, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Webpack, React Redux, Back-End Web Development, React.js, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Development, MongoDB, Front-End Web Development, Javascript, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Design Patterns, API Design, Programming Principles, Software Development, Debugging

    ★ 4.7 (6) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Intermediate Ethical Hacking Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Vulnerability Scanning, Exploitation techniques, Security Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Hardening, Brute-force attacks, Web Applications, Cybersecurity, Firewall, Network Security, Wireless Networks, Network Analysis, SQL

    ★ 3.8 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Build "Guess The Color" game using JavaScript, HTML and CSS

    Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Javascript, Frontend Integration, Web Design, Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Game Design, Program Development

    ★ 4.2 (12) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • L

    LearnKartS

    Salesforce Fundamentals and Setup

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Salesforce Development, Data Import/Export, Customer Relationship Management, Data Maintenance, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Data Management, Dashboard, System Configuration, Workflow Management, Data Validation, Research Reports, Cloud Computing, Business Process Automation, Data Integrity, User Accounts, Data Modeling, Administration, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Security

    ★ 4.7 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Data Analysis with NumPy and Pandas

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, NumPy, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Business Reporting, Data Wrangling, Jupyter, Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Plot (Graphics), Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing, Analytics, Performance Reporting, Data Processing, Python Programming

    ★ 4.8 (23) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Social Media Marketing: Funnels, Pixels, and Optimizations

    Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Meta Ads Manager, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Video Production, Social Media Content, Social Media Management, Search Engine Optimization, Paid media, Marketing, Google Ads, Keyword Research, Social Media Campaigns, Advertising, Driving engagement, Advertising Campaigns

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Learn to Code with Ruby

    Skills you'll gain: Ruby (Programming Language), File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Ruby on Rails, Debugging, Test Tools, Application Design, Code Reusability, Programming Principles, Test Case, Software Documentation, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Apple Xcode, Web Development, Software Installation, Technical Documentation, Computational Logic

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

  • J

    Jordan University of Science and Technology

    General Histology

    Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy, Hemodynamics, Pathology, Physiology, Neurology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Capillary, Cell Biology, Endocrinology, Biology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Get Up and Running with TypeScript

    Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Debugging, Javascript, Software Development

    ★ 4.1 (15) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Python Debugging: A Systematic Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, LLM Application, Data-oriented programming, Code Reusability, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Functional Design

    ★ 4.4 (8) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • How Science Turns Data Into Knowledge: University of Michigan
  • Apache Kafka Series - Learn Apache Kafka for Beginners v3: Packt
  • Modern Web Development with TypeScript: Edureka
  • Intermediate Ethical Hacking Techniques: Packt
  • Build "Guess The Color" game using JavaScript, HTML and CSS: Coursera
  • Salesforce Fundamentals and Setup: LearnKartS
  • Data Analysis with NumPy and Pandas: EDUCBA
  • Social Media Marketing: Funnels, Pixels, and Optimizations: Alex Genadinik
  • Learn to Code with Ruby: Packt
  • General Histology: Jordan University of Science and Technology

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