• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Back End

Back End Courses

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

    How to Series on Personal Development Topics

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Empowerment, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Accountability, Personal Integrity, Lifelong Learning, Willingness To Learn, Assertiveness

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

  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Exploitation techniques, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies

    ★ 4.6 (14) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Mastering TQM: Apply, Evaluate & Improve Quality Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Management Systems, Quality Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Kaizen Methodology, Supplier Quality Management, Product Quality (QA/QC), Quality Monitoring, Quality Assurance and Control, Quality Assessment, Service Improvement, Quality Assurance, Supplier Management, Drive Engagement, Quality Control, Lean Manufacturing, Customer experience improvement, Employee Engagement, Supplier Relationship Management

    ★ 4.8 (36) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Web Application Development with ASP.NET Core

    Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, Restful API, Web Development, Object-Relational Mapping, Web Applications, User Accounts, Data Integrity, Single Sign-On (SSO), .NET Framework, API Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Database Application, Authentications, Back-End Web Development, Performance Tuning, Authorization (Computing), Data Management, Relational Databases, Identity and Access Management, Model View Controller

    ★ 4.6 (37) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    Databricks to Local LLMs

    Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Model Deployment, Generative AI, Data Lakes, Extract, Transform, Load, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Transformation, LLM Application, Data Pipelines, Hugging Face, Large Language Modeling, Apache Spark, Responsible AI, Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Data Science, Machine Learning

    ★ 3.9 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Performance Optimization and Scalability

    Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Scalability, Performance Tuning, Software Architecture, Microsoft Copilot, Application Design, Query Languages, AI Integrations, Software Design Patterns, Performance Testing, Application Performance Management, Distributed Computing, Database Management, SQL, Memory Management

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

  • C

    Coursera

    Manufacturing Industry 101

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Operations, Production Process, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Production Planning, Lean Manufacturing, Production Management, Lean Methodologies, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Sustainable Business, Collaboration, Innovation, Adaptability, Communication

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

  • C

    Coursera

    GIS Mastery: Spatial Data, Remote Sensing, Decision Support

    Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, GIS Software, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Global Positioning Systems, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Decision Support Systems

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

  • S

    Sapienza University of Rome

    Macroeconomic Financial Accounts

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Systems, Financial Data, Financial Policy, Market Data, Financial Market, International Finance, Financial Accounting, Financial Regulation, Accounting, Banking, Economics, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Spreadsheet Software, Cash Flows, Data Manipulation

    ★ 4.4 (14) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Improve Communication Processes Using Gmail

    Skills you'll gain: Gmail, Email Automation, Google Workspace, Prioritization, Productivity Software, Workflow Management, Organizational Skills, Communication

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

  • S

    Simplilearn

    Behavioral Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Strategies, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Email Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Digital Marketing, Driving engagement, Customer Relationship Management, Digital Advertising, Online Advertising, Google Ads, Social Media Marketing, Cross-Channel Marketing, Target Market, Personalized Campaigns, Data Collection

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

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Linux & Python: Automate & Manage Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Scripting, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, Scripting Languages, Operating System Administration, Data Persistence, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Systems Administration, IT Automation, Software Installation, Data Store, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Hosting, Object-Relational Mapping, YAML, System Programming, Python Programming

    ★ 4.8 (48) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

1…310311312…783

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

  • How to Series on Personal Development Topics: Coursera
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 1: Pearson
  • Mastering TQM: Apply, Evaluate & Improve Quality Systems: EDUCBA
  • Web Application Development with ASP.NET Core: EDUCBA
  • Databricks to Local LLMs: Duke University
  • Performance Optimization and Scalability: Microsoft
  • Manufacturing Industry 101: Coursera
  • GIS Mastery: Spatial Data, Remote Sensing, Decision Support: Coursera
  • Macroeconomic Financial Accounts: Sapienza University of Rome
  • Improve Communication Processes Using Gmail: Coursera

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Udemy

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok