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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


  • N

    Northwestern University

    Scaling Operations: Linking Strategy and Execution

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Sourcing, Operations, Operational Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Operations Management, Procurement, Business Operations, Capacity Planning, Supply Chain, Competitive Analysis, Asset Management, Supply Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Business Metrics, Supplier Relationship Management, Investment Management, Capacity Management, Planning

    ★ 4.6 (264) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Getting Started with R

    Skills you'll gain: R (Software), Data Import/Export, Package and Software Management, R Programming, Data Structures, Software Installation, Data Analysis Software, Data Analysis, Data Science

    ★ 4.3 (385) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Create Your First Automation Script Using Selenium and Java

    Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Test Script Development, Test Automation, Eclipse (Software), Software Testing, Scripting, Test Tools, UI Components, Integrated Development Environments, Web Applications, Java, Functional Testing

    ★ 4.5 (362) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Caltech

    Getting started in cryo-EM

    Skills you'll gain: Specimen Preparation, Medical Imaging, Image Analysis, Specimen Processing, Cell Biology, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Techniques, Digital Signal Processing, Scientific Visualization, 3D Modeling

    ★ 4.9 (272) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Transferencia tecnológica: De la investigación al mercado.

    Skills you'll gain: Feasibility Studies, Knowledge Transfer, Intellectual Property, Technology Strategies, Commercialization, New Product Development, Innovation, Plan Execution, Entrepreneurship, Market Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (742) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Public Speaking with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Multimedia

    ★ 4.5 (253) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    Scrimba

    Learn to code with AI

    Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Mobile Development, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Program Development, ChatGPT, GitHub, Front-End Web Development, Javascript, Application Deployment, Responsive Web Design, Video Game Development, Git (Version Control System), AI Integrations, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Database Development, Computer Programming, Database Application, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.6 (143) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    SAS

    Structured Query Language (SQL) using SAS

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, SAS (Software), Database Management, Stored Procedure, Query Languages, Data Access, Database Management Systems, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation, Data Integration, Data Management, Data Processing

    ★ 4.9 (288) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Business Intelligence and Competitive Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Data Storytelling, Business Intelligence, Business Analytics, Market Share, Data Analysis, Management Consulting, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Consulting, Market Analysis, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Benchmarking, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Metrics, Root Cause Analysis, Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis

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

  • S

    Stanford University

    Introduction to Food and Our Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Sustainable Development, Nutrition and Diet, Sustainable Systems, Environment, Nutrition Education, Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Waste Minimization, Environmental Science, Emerging Technologies, Innovation

    ★ 4.8 (179) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Create Customer Support Data with Google Sheets

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Google Sheets, Service Level, Spreadsheet Software, Customer Data Management, Customer Support, Google Workspace, Productivity Software, Data Entry, Customer Service, Data Validation, Customer Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Organizational Skills, Data Management

    ★ 4.6 (414) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Improve Business Performance with Google Forms

    Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Data Visualization, User Feedback, Customer experience improvement, Spreadsheet Software, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Customer Service, Google Workspace, Trend Analysis, Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (560) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Scaling Operations: Linking Strategy and Execution: Northwestern University
  • Getting Started with R: Coursera
  • Create Your First Automation Script Using Selenium and Java: Coursera
  • Getting started in cryo-EM: Caltech
  • Transferencia tecnológica: De la investigación al mercado.: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Public Speaking with Canva: Coursera
  • Learn to code with AI: Scrimba
  • Structured Query Language (SQL) using SAS : SAS
  • Business Intelligence and Competitive Analysis: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Introduction to Food and Our Environment: Stanford University

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