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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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    Cloudera

    Analyzing Big Data with SQL

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Apache Hive, Big Data, MySQL, Query Languages, Databases, Analytics, PostgreSQL, Data Manipulation, Data Integration, Data Analysis, Data Management, Virtual Machines

    ★ 4.8 (531) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Novartis

    Introduction to Good Clinical Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research Ethics, Informed Consent, Clinical Data Management, Drug Development, Health Equity

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

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Analytics Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Operational Efficiency, Peer Review, Marketing Strategies, Data Analysis, Marketing Effectiveness, Data Strategy, Performance Measurement, Operations, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Analysis, People Analytics, Business Metrics, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Presentations, Problem Management, Advertising

    ★ 4.5 (776) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Navigate Tone, Formality, and Directness in Emails

    Skills you'll gain: Business Correspondence, Business Writing, English Language, Language Competency, Concision, Writing, Business Communication, Relationship Management, Communication, Relationship Building

    ★ 4.5 (252) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Cape Town

    Julia Scientific Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Box Plots, Jupyter, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Scientific Visualization, Programming Principles, Descriptive Statistics, Data Manipulation, Mathematical Software, Epidemiology, Numerical Analysis, Computer Programming, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Scripting, Computational Logic, Mathematical Modeling, Package and Software Management

    ★ 4.4 (439) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Desarrollo rápido de productos innovadores para mercados emergentes

    Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Design Thinking, Product Development, Storyboarding, Innovation, Conceptual Design, Product Design, Consumer Behaviour, Ideation, User Research, Market Opportunities, Prototyping, Product Improvement, Needs Assessment, Design Research, Customer Analysis, Solution Design, Commercialization, Market Trend, Technology Solutions

    ★ 4.5 (426) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Create Your First Web App with Python and Flask

    Skills you'll gain: Flask (Web Framework), Web Development, Web Applications, Application Development, Web Development Tools, Application Frameworks, Object-Relational Mapping, Database Application, Back-End Web Development, Software Development, Database Management, Python Programming, Computer Programming

    ★ 4.4 (557) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • T

    Tel Aviv University

    The Holocaust - An Introduction (II): The Final Solution

    ★ 4.9 (665) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentals of Negotiation, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Interpersonal Communications, Goal Setting, Trustworthiness, Communication, Influencing, Expectation Management, Emotional Intelligence

    ★ 4.6 (513) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Numerical Methods for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Software, Engineering Analysis, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Computational Thinking, Integral Calculus, Scripting, Simulations, Calculus, Scientific Visualization, Programming Principles, Plot (Graphics), Algorithms

    ★ 4.9 (439) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    PMP Exam Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Agile Project Management, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Coordination, Project Planning, Project Management Office (PMO), Project Controls, Project Scoping, Project Risk Management, Project Implementation, Project Estimation, Project Performance, Team Management, Project Schedules, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Management, Project Closure, Risk Management, Quality Management

    ★ 4.6 (458) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Experimentation, Usability Testing, Usability, Statistical Programming, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, UI/UX Research, R Programming, User Experience, Data Collection, Human Computer Interaction, Statistics, Data Validation, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Logistic Regression

    ★ 3.6 (596) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Analyzing Big Data with SQL: Cloudera
  • Introduction to Good Clinical Practice: Novartis
  • Business Analytics Capstone: University of Pennsylvania
  • Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Navigate Tone, Formality, and Directness in Emails: University of Washington
  • Julia Scientific Programming: University of Cape Town
  • Desarrollo rápido de productos innovadores para mercados emergentes: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Create Your First Web App with Python and Flask: Coursera
  • The Holocaust - An Introduction (II): The Final Solution: Tel Aviv University
  • Fundamentals of Negotiation, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs
  • Numerical Methods for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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