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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Apply Data Lake Transactions & Versioning

    Skills you'll gain: Data Lakes, Data Pipelines, SQL

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Export and Highlight Project Tasks Fast

    Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Data Import/Export, Stakeholder Communications, Management Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Spreadsheet Software, Business Reporting, Project Documentation, Project Management Software, Issue Tracking, Accountability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Microsoft Unified XDR and SIEM Solution Handbook

    Skills you'll gain: Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Vulnerability Management, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, IT Security Architecture, Incident Response, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Microsoft Servers, Email Security, Technology Roadmaps, Multi-Cloud

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Infosec

    Access Control, Software Protection, System Integrity

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, OAuth, Android Development, Application Security, Mobile Security, Secure Coding, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Multi-Factor Authentication, Human Factors (Security), Vulnerability Management, Malware Protection, Threat Management, Data Integrity, Risk Management, Debugging

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Present Compelling Financial Reports with Confidence

    Skills you'll gain: Business Reporting, Data Presentation, Report Writing, Financial Reporting, Data Visualization, Concision, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Presentations, Storytelling, Communication, Graphing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Building Tech Products that Customers Love

    Skills you'll gain: Product Strategy, Product Planning, Product Management, Prototyping, Product Development, New Product Development, Technical Product Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Design and Product, Design Thinking, Team Management, Product Design, Continuous Delivery, Organizational Structure, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Design Strategies, Design, Customer Service, Design Specifications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Develop a Conference Room Booking System in C# .NET

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Requirements Analysis, .NET Framework, ASP.NET, Relational Databases, C# (Programming Language), Database Development, Database Application, Full-Stack Web Development, Functional Requirement, Back-End Web Development, Maintainability, System Implementation, Model View Controller, Software Architecture, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Simplilearn

    Master the Basics of Digital Analytics Training

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Web Analytics, Data-Driven Marketing, Performance Metric, Performance Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Business Analytics, Data Literacy, Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Data Analysis, Data Strategy, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Simplilearn

    Controlling and Sustaining Improvement Training

    Skills you'll gain: Kanban Principles, Lean Six Sigma, Project Closure, Six Sigma Methodology, Return On Investment, Process Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Quality Improvement, Business Metrics, Process Improvement and Optimization, Continuous Improvement Process, Statistical Process Controls, Workflow Management, Risk Control, Financial Analysis, Project Controls, Cost Benefit Analysis, Operational Analysis, Visual Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Transform JSON & Fix Time Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Data Wrangling, Data Processing, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, JSON, Pandas (Python Package), Data Quality, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Mapping, Scripting, Data Maintenance, Data Integrity, Anomaly Detection, Reconciliation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Align Brand Goals

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Marketing, Brand Strategy, Marketing Effectiveness, Branding, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Strategies, Business Priorities, Campaign Management, Market Share, Marketing Analytics, Strategic Planning, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Case Studies, Stakeholder Communications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    PracticalGrowth

    Meeting Mastery: Clear Outcomes, Better Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Taking Meeting Minutes, Discussion Facilitation, Follow Through, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Collaboration, Planning, Virtual Teams, Goal Setting, Telecommuting, Conflict Management, Process Improvement, Accountability Frameworks, Time Management, Communication Strategies, Accountability, Workplace inclusivity, Business Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Apply Data Lake Transactions & Versioning: Coursera
  • Export and Highlight Project Tasks Fast: Coursera
  • Microsoft Unified XDR and SIEM Solution Handbook: Packt
  • Access Control, Software Protection, System Integrity: Infosec
  • Present Compelling Financial Reports with Confidence: Coursera
  • Building Tech Products that Customers Love: John Wiley & Sons
  • Develop a Conference Room Booking System in C# .NET: EDUCBA
  • Master the Basics of Digital Analytics Training: Simplilearn
  • Controlling and Sustaining Improvement Training: Simplilearn
  • Transform JSON & Fix Time Data: Coursera

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