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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


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    International Supply Chains and Logistics

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Transportation Operations, Purchasing, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Planning, Service Management, Manufacturing Operations, Demand Planning

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

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Health Systems Development: Introduction to Health Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Health Equity, Health Assessment, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Health Administration, Governance, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Promotion, Public Health, Sustainable Development, Public Health and Disease Prevention

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

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT + Excel: Master Data, Make Decisions, Tell Stories

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Storytelling, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Data Compilation, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, ChatGPT, Statistical Reporting, Data Integration, Data Transformation, Data Validation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Unstructured Data, Prompt Engineering, AI Integrations, Data Quality, Data Integrity

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

  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Virtual Classroom using Google Slides

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Virtual Environment, Teaching, Collaborative Software, Data Sharing, Google Workspace

    ★ 4.8 (238) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Microsoft Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, AI powered creativity, AI literacy, Microsoft Office, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Productivity Software, AI Integrations

    ★ 4.5 (152) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Edureka

    Data Storytelling with Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel

    ★ 4.6 (174) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Create Serverless Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Serverless Computing, Cloud Development, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Event-Driven Programming, Cloud-Based Integration, Business Process Automation, Application Programming Interface (API), Webhook Security, GitHub

    ★ 4.4 (134) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Utrecht University

    Professionalism in an era of change

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Adult Education, Professionalism, Professional Development, Organizational Development, Social Sciences, Organizational Change, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Workforce Development, Organizational Structure, Sociology, Psychology, Leadership, Personal Development, Empowerment, Leadership Development

    ★ 4.6 (80) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    The Payroll Cycle

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Systems, Payroll Processing, Payroll Administration, Payroll Reporting, Payroll Tax, Data Entry, Workforce Management, Benefits Administration, Compensation Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Employee Onboarding, Reconciliation, Auditing, Accruals, Tax Compliance, Data Security

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

  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Cost Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Cost Accounting, Performance Management, Accounting, Cost Management

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

  • P

    Packt

    Intermediate Backend Development with FastAPI

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, OAuth, Back-End Web Development, Event-Driven Programming, Database Management, Object-Relational Mapping, Databases, Authorization (Computing), Redis, Secure Coding, Restful API, Data Modeling, API Design, Email Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Leadership Development, Leadership, Executive Presence, Initiative and Leadership, Time Management, Leadership and Management, Influencing, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Conflict Management, Professional Development, Personal Attributes, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Constructive Feedback, Communication, Motivational Skills

    ★ 4.8 (75) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • International Supply Chains and Logistics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Health Systems Development: Introduction to Health Systems: Imperial College London
  • ChatGPT + Excel: Master Data, Make Decisions, Tell Stories: Vanderbilt University
  • Create a Virtual Classroom using Google Slides: Coursera
  • Introduction to Microsoft Copilot: Microsoft
  • Data Storytelling with Power BI: Edureka
  • Create Serverless Applications : Microsoft
  • Professionalism in an era of change: Utrecht University
  • The Payroll Cycle: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Introduction to Cost Accounting: Coursera

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