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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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    DeepLearning.AI

    Natural Language Processing with Sequence Models

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Text Mining, Machine Learning Methods

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Google Advanced Data Analytics Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Regression Analysis, Data Storytelling, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Business Analysis, Project Design, Python Programming, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Portfolio Management, Project Documentation

    4.8
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    .NET FullStack Developer

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, ASP.NET, Restful API, .NET Framework, Web Applications, Web Services, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, JSON, Application Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Model View Controller, Application Frameworks, Program Development, Javascript, Development Environment, Back-End Web Development, Web Development, Microsoft Visual Studio, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    MedCerts

    Medical Office Procedures and Administration Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Medical Records, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Office Procedures, Conflict Management, Health Information Management, Patient Communication, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Electronic Medical Record, Cultural Responsiveness, Patient Registration, Medical History Documentation, Care Coordination, Patient-centered Care, Professionalism, Professional Development, Verbal Communication Skills, Time Management, Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    990 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Michigan State University

    Getting Started With Music Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Classical Music

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    758 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Meta iOS UI Development

    Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Apple iOS, Apple Xcode, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, Swift Programming, Unit Testing, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Mobile Development Tools, Objective-C (Programming Language), Application Development, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Development Testing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Prototyping

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Meta

    What is the Metaverse?

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Virtual Environment, Digital Assets, Healthcare Ethics, Virtual Teams, Cultural Diversity, E-Commerce, Collaborative Software, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Blockchain, Diversity and Inclusion, Multimedia, Emerging Technologies, Research and Design, Market Opportunities, New Product Development, Content Creation

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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Backend Development and API Creation

    Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Server Side, Middleware, Authentications, Cloud API, API Design, Application Programming Interface (API), User Provisioning, User Accounts, Databases, JavaScript Frameworks, Scalability, Authorization (Computing), GitHub, Development Environment, Data Validation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Creating Dashboards and Storytelling with Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Stakeholder Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Requirements Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Data Cleansing, Storyboarding, Data Manipulation, Data Quality

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    The Unix Workbench

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Unix, Git (Version Control System), Unix Commands, Bash (Scripting Language), Ubuntu, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Computing, Shell Script, Linux, Mac OS, Scripting, Scripting Languages, File Management

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Web Development, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Application Development, Scientific Visualization, Scripting

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    2.2K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Meta

    Coding Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Software Visualization, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Technical Communication, Computer Programming, Program Development, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    760 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Natural Language Processing with Sequence Models: DeepLearning.AI
  • Google Advanced Data Analytics Capstone: Google
  • .NET FullStack Developer: Board Infinity
  • Medical Office Procedures and Administration Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Getting Started With Music Theory: Michigan State University
  • Meta iOS UI Development: Meta
  • What is the Metaverse?: Meta
  • Backend Development and API Creation: Packt
  • Creating Dashboards and Storytelling with Tableau: University of California, Davis
  • The Unix Workbench: Johns Hopkins University

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