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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


  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Lesson | Video Conferencing: Face to Face but Online

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Virtual Teams, Meeting Facilitation

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    39 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Starweaver

    Advanced Business Analysis: Elicitation & Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, User Story, Business Requirements, Business Analysis, Process Modeling, Requirements Analysis, Financial Analysis, Requirements Management, Business Process Modeling, Stakeholder Engagement, Interviewing Skills, Analysis, Discussion Facilitation, Stakeholder Communications, Collaboration, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    80 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Content Creation With Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Materials, Copywriting, Marketing Collateral, Generative AI, Content Marketing, Prompt Engineering, Content Creation, Marketing Strategies, Responsible AI, Digital Marketing Tools, ChatGPT

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    75 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Hydrocarbon Exploration and Production

    Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Issue, Chemical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Geostatistics, Water Resources, Production Process, Process Engineering, Control Systems, Hydraulics, Geospatial Mapping, Process Analysis, Microbiology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    79 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1a

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Data Storage, Computer Systems, Data Storage Technologies, System Configuration, Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Peripheral Devices, Memory Management

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    95 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Sustainable Transportation Networks and Streetscapes

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Stormwater Management, Public Works, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Health Equity, Land Development, Water Resources, Sustainable Design, Community Development, Community Health, Environment, Public Health

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    97 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Cloud Data Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Data Security, Cloud Services, Cloud Storage, Personally Identifiable Information, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Privacy, Data Management, Data Storage, Data Governance, Data Integrity, Security Controls, Analysis, Authorization (Computing), Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Relational Databases, Encryption, SQL

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Optimizing Your Website's Keywords & Pages using Ubersuggest

    Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Content Optimization, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Web Analytics, Content Performance Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    89 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • L

    LearnKartS

    Core Java for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, File I/O, Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Unit Testing, Maintainability, Software Development, Secure Coding, Software Testing, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Application Development, Authentications, Code Reusability, Android Development, Application Design, Debugging, Performance Tuning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    84 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, Generative Model Architectures, Google Gemini, AI literacy, LLM Application, Model Evaluation, Debugging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    79 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Fundamentals of Microsoft 365 Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Responsible AI, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Information Management, Generative AI, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Editing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    52 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Core HR Concepts and Practices for SHRM Exams Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Development, Culture Transformation, Talent Recruitment, Human Resource Management, Management Training And Development, Human Capital, Intercultural Competence, Human Resources Software, Organizational Leadership, People Development, Professionalism, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Workforce Development, Organizational Change, Staff Management, Employee Engagement

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    87 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Lesson | Video Conferencing: Face to Face but Online: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Advanced Business Analysis: Elicitation & Analysis: Starweaver
  • Content Creation With Generative AI: Coursera
  • Hydrocarbon Exploration and Production: L&T EduTech
  • Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1a: Illinois Tech
  • Sustainable Transportation Networks and Streetscapes: Johns Hopkins University
  • Cloud Data Security: University of Minnesota
  • Optimizing Your Website's Keywords & Pages using Ubersuggest: Coursera
  • Core Java for Beginners: LearnKartS
  • Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics: Board Infinity

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