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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


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    Packt

    Multimodal RAG with GPT – Build Smarter Search & AI Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Development Environment, Multimodal Prompts, Embeddings, User Interface (UI), OpenAI API, Generative AI, LLM Application, Program Development, Software Development Tools, Prompt Engineering, UI Components, Image Analysis, AI Workflows, Large Language Modeling, AI Integrations, Artificial Intelligence, Vector Databases, Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Introduction to Blender and 3D Modeling Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Unreal Engine, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphical Tools, Model Optimization, Image Quality, Editing, Data Import/Export

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Relational Database with Go: Build an Article Search Engine

    Skills you'll gain: Web Applications, SQL, Database Development, Database Application, Data Access, Go (Programming Language), Database Management, Relational Databases, Web Development, Query Languages, Secure Coding

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Simplilearn

    Essential Linux Training Course

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, File Systems, File Management, Linux Administration, Unix, grep, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Operating System Administration, System Monitoring, Open Source Technology, User Accounts, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    QuickBooks - Just the Basics

    Skills you'll gain: QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Reconciliation, Financial Reporting, Bookkeeping, Inventory Management, Ledgers (Accounting), Inventory Management System, Workflow Management, Inventory Control, Accounting Software, Sales Tax, Inventory and Warehousing, Accounting Records, Small Business Accounting, Balancing (Ledger/Billing), Business Reporting, Inventory Control Systems, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Expense Management, Financial Data

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Huddersfield Sandbox

    Creating Ethical Media and Journalism

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Data Ethics, Media and Communications, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Content Creation, Responsible AI, Working With Children, AI literacy, Diversity Awareness, Intellectual Property, Cultural Diversity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Create an Affinity Diagram Using Creately

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Diagram Design, Brainstorming, Teamwork, Data Visualization, Team Collaboration, Organizational Skills, Productivity

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Microsoft

    Multimodal and cross-modal AI integrations

    Skills you'll gain: Multimodal Prompts, Prompt Engineering, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Generative AI, AI Integrations, Microsoft Azure, OpenAI API, Prompt Patterns, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Model Optimization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Prompt Engineering Masterclass - From Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Patterns, Token Optimization, LLM Application, Tool Calling, OpenAI API, OpenAI, Anthropic Claude, Large Language Modeling, Authentications, Generative AI, Code Review, Maintainability, AI Workflows, AI Integrations, Command-Line Interface, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Documentation, Key Management

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Improving Diagnostic Accuracy with GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Health Informatics, Generative AI Agents, Diagnostic Tests, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Patient Evaluation, Health Technology, Clinical Informatics, Data Integration, AI Integrations, Medical Imaging, Healthcare Ethics, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft Advertising Course

    Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Advertising Campaigns, Pay Per Click Advertising, Performance marketing, Online Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Personalized Campaigns, Campaign Management, Bidding, Target Audience, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Web Analytics, Management Reporting, Account Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Logical Operations

    Web Development with HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Web Development Tools, Web Development, Javascript, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Content, Frontend Performance, Web Servers, Software Development Tools, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Web Applications, Apache, Development Environment, Semantic Web, Software Development

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Multimodal RAG with GPT – Build Smarter Search & AI Systems: Packt
  • Introduction to Blender and 3D Modeling Techniques: Packt
  • Relational Database with Go: Build an Article Search Engine: Coursera
  • Essential Linux Training Course: Simplilearn
  • QuickBooks - Just the Basics: Packt
  • Creating Ethical Media and Journalism: Huddersfield Sandbox
  • Create an Affinity Diagram Using Creately: Coursera
  • Multimodal and cross-modal AI integrations: Microsoft
  • Prompt Engineering Masterclass - From Beginner to Advanced: Packt
  • Improving Diagnostic Accuracy with GenAI: Coursera

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