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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Data Visualization using Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization Software, Data Import/Export, Business Reporting, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • 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

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    93 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Frontend Development using React

    Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, React.js, Web Applications, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Design and Development, UI Components, Javascript, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design, Web Development, User Interface (UI), Development Environment

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    60 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Programming Reactive Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Scalability, Distributed Computing, Dataflow, Event-Driven Programming, Microservices, System Design and Implementation, Software Architecture, Data Pipelines, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Functional Design, Cloud Computing

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    31 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    Set and Achieve Team Goals

    Skills you'll gain: Goal-Oriented, Team Leadership, Drive Engagement, Collaboration, Organizational Effectiveness, Productivity, Resource Management, Overcoming Obstacles

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    59 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Corporate Finance Institute

    Economics for Capital Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Trading, Financial Market, Market Data, Economics, Capital Markets, Market Dynamics, Financial Policy, Business Economics, General Finance, Securities Trading, Market Trend, Banking, Investment Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Sapienza University of Rome

    Paesaggi di Roma Antica. Archeologia e storia del Palatino.

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Research, Research Methodologies, Public History, Science and Research, European History, World History, Culture

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    147 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Mobile Development, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Frameworks, Android Development, Application Development, Program Development, Software Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    70 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • 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
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    91 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Chat with Your Data: Generative AI-Powered SQL Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Generative AI, AI literacy, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Query Languages, Prompt Patterns, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Debugging, Exploratory Data Analysis, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Databases, Context Engineering, Data Validation, Context Management, Code Reusability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    78 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategic Technology Management

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Innovation, Change Management, Business Modeling, Technology Strategies, Product Lifecycle Management, New Product Development, Business Transformation, Product Development, Customer Insights, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Development, Process Development, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Culture Transformation, Product Management, Customer Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    141 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 3: How Does It All End?

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Anthropology, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Sociology, Human Development, Psychology, Education and Training, Science and Research, Ancient History, Research, Neurology, Legal Proceedings

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    95 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Data Visualization using Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • Network Systems Foundations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Frontend Development using React: Board Infinity
  • Programming Reactive Systems: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Set and Achieve Team Goals: Google
  • Economics for Capital Markets: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Paesaggi di Roma Antica. Archeologia e storia del Palatino.: Sapienza University of Rome
  • Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming with Java: Coursera
  • Logistics Excellence: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Chat with Your Data: Generative AI-Powered SQL Data Analysis: Vanderbilt University

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