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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

    Infosec

    JavaScript Security Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Application Security, Exploitation techniques, Web Applications, Javascript, Web Development, Node.JS, Java Programming

    ★ 4.7 (36) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    HTML for Beginners: Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Semantic Web, Web Content, Web Design, Web Development, Front-End Web Development

    ★ 4.7 (27) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Launch your first online meeting with ZOOM

    Skills you'll gain: User Accounts, Collaborative Software, Telecommuting, Telecommunications

    ★ 4.2 (25) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • D

    Duke University

    Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and Neurologic Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Telehealth, Patient Evaluation, Teamwork, Patient Communication, Collaboration, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Assessment, Health Technology, Vital Signs, Patient Preparation, Health Assessment, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Primary Care, Health Care, Health Systems, Telecommunications, Care Management, Communication

    ★ 4.9 (34) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SkillUp

    Product Owner: Communications & Stakeholder Management

    Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, Stakeholder Communications, Virtual Teams, Stakeholder Management, Agile Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Agile Software Development, Agile Product Development, Agile Methodology, Communication, Communication Strategies, Collaborative Software, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Product Management, Product Requirements, User Story, Team Oriented

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

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Java Spring Boot Case Study - Appointment Management System

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Apache Maven, Model View Controller, Unit Testing, Frontend Integration, Spring Boot, Restful API, Data Persistence, Web Services, Software Testing, Java Programming, Object-Relational Mapping, Java, Back-End Web Development, Secure Coding, Authentications, Data Modeling, Business Logic

    ★ 4.6 (28) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Notion for Beginners: Create a Project Plan

    Skills you'll gain: Milestones (Project Management), Project Management Software, Delegation Skills, Project Planning, Project Coordination, Databases, Relational Databases, Project Management, Collaborative Software, Team Oriented

    ★ 4.2 (18) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Construction, Architecture and Construction, Sustainable Business, Materials Management, Procurement, Building Design, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainability Standards, Systems Thinking, Waste Minimization, Environmental Issue, Digital Transformation, Health And Safety Standards, Innovation

    ★ 5 (26) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Web Application Security

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), AI Integrations, Microsoft Copilot, Application Security, Data Validation, Web Applications, Data Security, Data Integrity

    ★ 5 (21) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep: AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer - Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Data Maintenance, Network Architecture, Data Storage, Network Infrastructure, Scalability, Issue Tracking, Public Cloud, Information Assurance, General Networking, Network Monitoring, Data Security, Serverless Computing, Network Planning And Design, Network Security, Data Loss Prevention, Remote Access Systems, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Dashboard Creation

    ★ 4 (23) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Generative AI for HR Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, HR Tech, Human Resources, AI Enablement, Information Privacy, Human Resource Policies, Personally Identifiable Information, Governance, AI Integrations, Employee Surveys, Interviewing Skills, Recruitment, Employee Onboarding, Employee Engagement, Talent Acquisition, Compliance Management, Diversity and Inclusion

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

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Python for Scientific Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, NumPy, Data Visualization, Debugging, Matplotlib, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Software, Code Reusability, Integrated Development Environments, Computational Thinking, Engineering Analysis, Programming Principles, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Model Optimization

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

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

  • JavaScript Security Part 1: Infosec
  • HTML for Beginners: Getting Started: Coursera
  • Launch your first online meeting with ZOOM: Coursera
  • Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and Neurologic Exam: Duke University
  • Product Owner: Communications & Stakeholder Management : SkillUp
  • Java Spring Boot Case Study - Appointment Management System: EDUCBA
  • Notion for Beginners: Create a Project Plan: Coursera
  • Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • Web Application Security: Microsoft
  • Exam Prep: AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer - Associate: Whizlabs

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