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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


  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • U

    United Cities and Local Governments of Africa

    Planning for Climate Change in African Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Social Determinants Of Health, Land Management, Environmental Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Decision Support Systems, Governance, Vulnerability, Socioeconomics, Economic Development, Hazard Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (128) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Intermediate Web Development and Backend Basics

    Skills you'll gain: PHP (Scripting Language), MySQL, WordPress, Web Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Development, Content Management Systems, Linux Commands, DevOps, Linux, Web Design and Development, Devops Tools, Frontend Integration, Full-Stack Web Development, Data Store, Command-Line Interface, Back-End Web Development, Database Development, Server Side, Scripting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    MERN eCommerce from Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Full-Stack Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Server Side, Application Deployment, Back-End Web Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Cloud Deployment, Web Applications, UI Components, Authentications, User Accounts, Database Development, User Interface (UI), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Payment Systems, Development Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Programming and Application Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Web Development, Database Design, Relational Databases, Web Applications, Web Development Tools, Databases, Web Design and Development, Full-Stack Web Development, Database Systems, Database Development, Application Deployment, Server Side, HTML and CSS, Cloud Deployment, Back-End Web Development, Scripting Languages, Application Development, Cloud Applications, Javascript, Cloud Computing

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

  • L

    LearnKartS

    Risk Management Professional Certification Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Agile Project Management, Project Risk Management, Agile Methodology, Root Cause Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Risk Mitigation, Contingency Planning, Risk Control, Risk Appetite, Risk Modeling, Continuous Monitoring, Business Risk Management, Performance Analysis, Agile Product Development, Communication Planning, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology

    ★ 4.8 (126) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Corporate Finance Institute

    Fundamentals of Data Analysis in Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Data Transformation, Dashboard Creation, Data Analysis, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation

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

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Data Warehousing, Data Mining, Business Intelligence, Star Schema, Snowflake Schema, Data Modeling, Data Architecture, Unsupervised Learning, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Machine Learning Methods, Databases, Predictive Modeling, Cloud Computing, Supervised Learning, Classification Algorithms

    ★ 4.6 (131) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Salesforce

    Foundations for Interviewing with Confidence

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development, Technical Sales, Communication, Telecommuting, Storytelling, Sales Development, Sales, Portfolio Management, Branding, Personal Attributes, LinkedIn, Professionalism, Empathy

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

  • A

    Anthropic

    Building with the Claude API

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Claude Code, Model Context Protocol, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Anthropic Claude, Agentic systems, Application Programming Interface (API), Tool Calling, Context Management, Embeddings, Model Evaluation

    ★ 4.7 (80) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • AI for Scientific Research: LearnQuest
  • Python Programming Fundamentals: Duke University
  • Critical Thinking for Better Decisions in the ChatGPT Era: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Planning for Climate Change in African Cities: United Cities and Local Governments of Africa
  • Intermediate Web Development and Backend Basics: Packt
  • MERN eCommerce from Scratch: Packt
  • Programming and Application Foundations: Illinois Tech
  • Risk Management Professional Certification Prep: LearnKartS
  • Fundamentals of Data Analysis in Excel: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence: University of California, Irvine

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