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Back End Courses

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

    AlmaLinux Mastery – Free Path to Enterprise Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Package and Software Management, Network Administration, Servers, Hardening, Cloud Deployment, Computing Platforms, Security Software, Application Servers, File Systems, Microsoft Azure

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Specialized RMAN Features and Advanced Use Cases

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle Databases, Oracle Cloud, Performance Tuning, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Storage Technologies, Database Management, Database Administration, Cloud Storage, Disaster Recovery, Cloud Infrastructure, Encryption

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Foundations of AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Probability & Statistics, NumPy, Matplotlib, Statistics, Data Visualization, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Python Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Seaborn, Machine Learning, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Model Optimization, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Programming Principles, Probability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • V

    Voxy

    Intermediate English: Telling Stories

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Grammar, Oral Comprehension, Communication, Language Learning, Professionalism, Interpersonal Communications, Intercultural Competence, Self-Awareness

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Optimize Kafka for Speed & Availability

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Data Loss Prevention, Performance Tuning, System Monitoring, Prometheus (Software), Scalability, Data Integrity, Real Time Data, Grafana, Process Optimization, Distributed Computing, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Content Strategy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep: Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Google Cloud Platform, Looker (Software), Load Balancing, Dataflow, Kubernetes, Network Architecture, Cloud Engineering, Data Migration, Enterprise Architecture, Data Architecture, Data Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Cloud Security, Network Monitoring, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Scalability, Key Management

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fractal Analytics

    Advanced Data Techniques for Enterprise AI Systems

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Vector Databases, Data Strategy, Data Management, Data Architecture, Data Security, Data Governance, Generative AI Agents, Metadata Management, Containerization, Data Ethics, Interoperability, Data Store, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Taxonomy, Data Storage, Data Processing, Large Language Modeling, Machine Learning, Agentic systems

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Advanced Terraform - Variables, Modules, & State Management

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Terraform, Identity and Access Management, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Verification And Validation, Data Validation, Amazon Web Services, Code Reusability, Development Testing, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Data Structures, Data Security, Command-Line Interface

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Foundations of Computer Networking

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Computer Networking, Network Routers, General Networking, TCP/IP, Networking Hardware, Network Troubleshooting, Network Switches, Network Routing, Network Monitoring, Local Area Networks, Network Protocols, Network Performance Management, Network Model, Network Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    AI for Marketing: SWOT Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Competitive Analysis, Case Studies, Responsible AI, Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    TikTok Monetization: Collaborate with Brands

    Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Product Promotion, Content Strategy, Social Media Content, Direct Selling, Strategic Partnership, Revenue Management, Market Opportunities, Brand Marketing, Live Streaming

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Helm Masterclass - From Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, YAML, Application Deployment, Containerization, Devops Tools, Package and Software Management, Development Environment, Release Management, Dependency Analysis, Command-Line Interface, Configuration Management, Go (Programming Language), Node.JS, Software Versioning, File Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • AlmaLinux Mastery – Free Path to Enterprise Linux: Packt
  • Specialized RMAN Features and Advanced Use Cases: Packt
  • Foundations of AI Engineering: Packt
  • Intermediate English: Telling Stories: Voxy
  • Optimize Kafka for Speed & Availability: Coursera
  • Exam Prep: Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect: Whizlabs
  • Advanced Data Techniques for Enterprise AI Systems: Fractal Analytics
  • Advanced Terraform - Variables, Modules, & State Management: Packt
  • Foundations of Computer Networking: Packt
  • AI for Marketing: SWOT Analysis: Kennesaw State University

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