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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


  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Managing Innovation: Ambidexterity, Teams and Leading Change

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Innovation, Change Management, New Product Development, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Development, Organizational Strategy, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Culture Transformation, Team Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Product Lifecycle Management, Organizational Structure, Product Development, Strategic Decision-Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    38 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    TypeScript Control Structures

    Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Computer Programming Tools, Computer Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    Scrimba

    JavaScript Deep Dive

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, JavaScript Frameworks, Program Development, Web Development, Angular, Vue.JS, Application Development, React.js, Web Applications, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Software Engineering, Computer Science

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    23 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Managing Conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Active Listening, Teamwork, Collaboration, Professionalism, Relationship Management, Interpersonal Communications, Culture Transformation, Emotional Intelligence, Accountability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Berklee

    Piano Scales for Modern Music

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Instrumental Music, Music, Music Performance, Musical Composition

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Industrial Applications of AI

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Computer Vision, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Civil Engineering, Classification Algorithms, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Software, Electrical Substation, Machine Learning, AI literacy, Tensorflow, Construction Engineering, Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Engineering

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Algorithmic Solutions: Design, Problem Solving, Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Technical Communication, Computational Thinking, Solution Design, Programming Principles, Software Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Technical Writing, Data Structures, Applied Mathematics

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    28 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Skillshare

    Master Photography & Affinity Photo Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Photography, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Editing, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Image Quality, Global Positioning Systems, Spatial Data Analysis, Post-Production, Planning, Research, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Adobe Creative Cloud, Creativity, Design Elements And Principles, Critical Thinking

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Using Animations and Transitions in Microsoft PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Microsoft Office, Data Literacy, Communication, Business Strategy

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • L

    LearnKartS

    Core Java - Multithreading and Classes

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Performance Tuning, OS Process Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Get Started with Wrike

    Skills you'll gain: Calendar Management, Organizational Skills, Project Management Software, Project Schedules, Timelines, Collaborative Software, Dashboard, Workflow Management, Scheduling, User Accounts, Project Management, User Provisioning, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    SkillUp

    GenAI for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot, Prompt Engineering, AI Workflows, AI Integrations, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Software Architecture, Code Review, AI literacy, Software Design, API Design, Debugging, Software Development, Application Development, AI Security, Database Design, Python Programming, Automation, Version Control, Java Programming

    2.2
    Rating, 2.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Managing Innovation: Ambidexterity, Teams and Leading Change: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • TypeScript Control Structures: Coursera
  • JavaScript Deep Dive: Scrimba
  • Managing Conflict: Packt
  • Piano Scales for Modern Music: Berklee
  • Industrial Applications of AI: L&T EduTech
  • Algorithmic Solutions: Design, Problem Solving, Reporting: Coursera
  • Master Photography & Affinity Photo Techniques: Skillshare
  • Using Animations and Transitions in Microsoft PowerPoint: Coursera
  • Core Java - Multithreading and Classes: LearnKartS

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