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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


  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Email Marketing, Paid media, Digital Advertising, Social Media Campaigns, Digital Brand Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing Tools, Web Design and Development, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media, Campaign Management, Data-Driven Marketing, Search Engine Marketing

    ★ 4.5 (59) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • V

    Voxy

    Beginner English: Personal Information

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, English Language, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Grammar

    ★ 4.2 (62) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Network Systems Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Network Routing, Network Routers, Computer Networking, Infrastructure Security, Routing Protocols, Public Key Infrastructure, Network Model, Cryptographic Protocols, Web Applications, Application Servers

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

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Introduction to .NET Core

    Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, .NET Framework, Model View Controller, Web Applications, Middleware, Debugging, Web Development, Application Deployment, Application Development, Development Environment, Software Testing, Microsoft Development Tools, Software Design Patterns, Cross Platform Development, Software Architecture, Open Source Technology, Command-Line Interface

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

  • C

    Coursera

    Build Your First React Website (Part II)

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, JavaScript Frameworks, Data Persistence, UI Components, Javascript, Web Development

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

  • S

    Siemens

    Introduction to Solid Edge

    Skills you'll gain: Computer-Aided Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Design Software, Data Import/Export, Engineering Drawings, Assembly Drawing, Mechanical Drawings, Technical Drawing, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets

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

  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Logistics Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Logistics, Logistics Management, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing, Warehouse Operations, Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Systems, Inventory and Warehousing, Order Delivery, Transportation Operations, Order Fulfillment, Relationship Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Management, Cash Flows, Complex Problem Solving

    ★ 4.7 (91) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    Getting Started with AWS Generative AI for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Bedrock, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, AI literacy, AI Integrations, Model Evaluation, Application Programming Interface (API)

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

  • G

    Goodwill Industries International

    Client Intake, Assessments, Skill Analysis and Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Accountability, Recruitment, Client Services, Needs Assessment, Prospecting and Qualification, Gap Analysis, Goal Setting, Coaching, Recruitment Strategies, Community Outreach, Case Management, Critical Thinking, Overcoming Obstacles

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

  • T

    Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

    Basics of Statutory Compliance and Taxation

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Sales Tax, Accounting Software, Accounting and Finance Software, Tax Preparation, Tax Returns, Data Import/Export, Tax Management, Tax, Tax Compliance, Bookkeeping, Billing & Invoicing, Income Tax, Invoicing, Consolidation, Ledgers (Accounting), Tax Laws, Financial Data, Intercompany Accounting, Financial Accounting

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

  • U

    Unilever

    Supply Chain Software Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Data Management, Data Lakes, Supply Chain Planning, Data Analysis Software, Real Time Data, Data Storage Technologies, Inventory Management System, Forecasting, Demand Planning, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, AI Enablement, Problem Solving

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

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    The Nature of Data and Relational Database Design

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Support Systems, Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Development, SQL, Descriptive Statistics, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Excel, Data Processing, Extract, Transform, Load, Business Analytics, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Conceptual Design

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

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

  • Digital Marketing: Illinois Tech
  • Beginner English: Personal Information: Voxy
  • Network Systems Foundations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to .NET Core: Board Infinity
  • Build Your First React Website (Part II): Coursera
  • Introduction to Solid Edge: Siemens
  • Logistics Excellence: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Getting Started with AWS Generative AI for Developers: Amazon Web Services
  • Client Intake, Assessments, Skill Analysis and Planning: Goodwill Industries International
  • Basics of Statutory Compliance and Taxation: Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

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