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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

    Network Systems: Principles in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, Cloud Services, TCP/IP, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Software-Defined Networking, Network Architecture, Virtual Networking, Wide Area Networks, Cloud Engineering, Network Protocols, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Linux Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Kubernetes, Network Switches, Terraform

    ★ 4.6 (123) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Foundations of Public Health Practice: Health Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Sanitation, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Environment Health And Safety, Epidemiology, Preventative Care, Emergency Response, Water Resources, Hand Hygiene, Healthcare Ethics, Community Health, Water Quality, Radiation Protection, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Immunology

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

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Customer Insights: New Product Development Orientation

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Insights, Design Thinking, New Product Development, Journey Mapping, Customer experience improvement, Product Development, Customer Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Business Research, User Research, Customer Engagement, Market Research, Case Studies, Product Strategy, Innovation, Needs Assessment

    ★ 4.4 (113) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Edureka

    Advanced Microsoft Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Transformation, Dashboard Creation, Performance Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Integration, Machine Learning Methods

    ★ 4.5 (104) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnQuest

    AI for Scientific Research

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, Bioinformatics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Random Forest Algorithm, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Cleansing, Model Optimization, Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Transformation, Model Training, Machine Learning, Data Science

    ★ 3.3 (103) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

    Principles of Accounts Payable and Receivable Management

    Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Budget Management, Accounting Software, Inventory Management, Bookkeeping, Ledgers (Accounting), Order Processing, Balancing (Ledger/Billing), Budgeting, Inventory Management System, Order Management, Accounting, General Accounting, Inventory Control, Cost Management, Financial Reporting, Expense Management, Financial Accounting

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

  • D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Critical Thinking for Better Decisions in the ChatGPT Era

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Mental Concentration, Decision Intelligence, AI literacy, ChatGPT, Self-Awareness

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

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    The Outcomes and Interventions of Health Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Clinical Informatics, Informatics, Decision Intelligence, Decision Support Systems, Solution Design, Health Technology, Health Care, Clinical Data Management, Health Information Management, Usability Testing, Requirements Elicitation, Electronic Medical Record, User Centered Design

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

  • P

    Packt

    CCNA Foundations – Networking Basics and Cisco IOS Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, TCP/IP, Network Routing, Network Troubleshooting, Routing Protocols, Network Planning And Design, Network Protocols, Networking Hardware, General Networking, Network Routers, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Virtual Networking, Network Administration, Configuration Management

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

  • I

    IBM

    Practice Exam for CompTIA Tech+ Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Services, Network Security

    ★ 4.8 (150) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    ESCP Business School

    Doing Business in Europe

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Supply Chain Management, Business Strategy, Business Development, Sustainable Business, Business Economics, Corporate Strategy, Global Marketing, Marketing, Market Dynamics, Market Opportunities, Innovation, Negotiation, Investments

    ★ 4.4 (139) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Python Programming Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Code Reusability, Algorithms, Problem Solving, Data Processing, Computational Logic, Python Programming, Software Development, Data Analysis, Scripting Languages

    ★ 4 (70) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Network Systems: Principles in Practice: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Foundations of Public Health Practice: Health Protection: Imperial College London
  • Customer Insights: New Product Development Orientation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Advanced Microsoft Power BI: Edureka
  • AI for Scientific Research: LearnQuest
  • Principles of Accounts Payable and Receivable Management : Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited
  • Critical Thinking for Better Decisions in the ChatGPT Era: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • The Outcomes and Interventions of Health Informatics: Johns Hopkins University
  • CCNA Foundations – Networking Basics and Cisco IOS Essentials: Packt
  • Practice Exam for CompTIA Tech+ Certification: IBM

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