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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


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    Packt

    Front-End Web Developer Bootcamp - HTML, CSS, JS, & React

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), React.js, HTML and CSS, Front-End Web Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, Web Design, JavaScript Frameworks, Javascript, Restful API, UI Components, Event-Driven Programming

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    DP-100 Microsoft Azure DS Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Model Deployment, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Cloud Computing, Cloud Deployment, Data Pipelines, Data Store, Model Training, Data Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Applied Machine Learning, AI Workflows, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Configuration Management, Development Environment

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

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    L&T EduTech

    Next-Gen. Energy Storage - Battery and Hydrogen Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Sustainable Technologies, Thermal Management, Power Electronics, Climate Change Mitigation, Mechanical Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Real Time Data, Chemistry, Environmental Issue, Engineering Calculations, Sustainability Standards

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

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    Whizlabs

    Automation with Ansible

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, IT Automation, Devops Tools, Automation, DevOps, YAML, Linux, Encryption, Security Controls, System Configuration

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

  • S

    Simplilearn

    AI ML with Deep Learning and Supervised Models

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Data Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Model Deployment, Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms, Tensorflow, Machine Learning Algorithms, Keras (Neural Network Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Regression Analysis

    ★ 4 (12) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Starweaver

    Business Writing & Technical Writing Immersion

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Concision, Writing, Persuasive Communication, Technical Writing, Business Communication, Grammar, Target Audience, Writing and Editing, Editing, Technical Communication, Communication, AI Enablement, Productivity

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

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Python Scripting Masterclass: From Basics to Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Data Validation, Web Applications, Scripting, Object Oriented Design, Development Environment, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Development, Code Reusability, Django (Web Framework), Web Development Tools, Software Testing, Web Development, Customer Data Management, Data Structures, Program Development, Python Programming, Record Keeping, Programming Principles

    ★ 4.9 (49) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Zero Trust Network Access, Cloud Computing Architecture, Authentications, Endpoint Detection and Response, Risk Analysis, Network Security, Compliance Training, Risk Mitigation, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Governance, Regulatory Compliance, Cloud Computing, Data Security, Application Security, Cyber Risk, Information Systems Security, Risk Management

    ★ 4.9 (15) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Digital Literacy: Introduction to Using Computers

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Document Management, Computer Literacy, File Systems, Computer Hardware, Computer Security Awareness Training, Spreadsheet Software, Security Awareness, digital literacy, Safety and Security, Cybersecurity

    ★ 4.8 (16) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Programming Reactive Systems (Scala 2 version)

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

    ★ 4.5 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Effective Presentations and Persuasive Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Presentations, Technical Communication, Persuasive Communication, Proposal Writing, Oral Expression, Proposal Development, Technical Writing, Intercultural Competence, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Design Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Communication Strategies, Concision, Communication Planning, Innovation, Professional Development, Target Audience

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

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    Whizlabs

    AWS: Storage

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon S3, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Storage, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Cloud Security, Security Controls, File Management, Authorization (Computing), File Systems, Key Management, Encryption

    ★ 4.8 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Front-End Web Developer Bootcamp - HTML, CSS, JS, & React: Packt
  • DP-100 Microsoft Azure DS Exam: EDUCBA
  • Next-Gen. Energy Storage - Battery and Hydrogen Technology: L&T EduTech
  • Automation with Ansible: Whizlabs
  • AI ML with Deep Learning and Supervised Models: Simplilearn
  • Business Writing & Technical Writing Immersion: Starweaver
  • Python Scripting Masterclass: From Basics to Real Projects: EDUCBA
  • CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701): Packt
  • Digital Literacy: Introduction to Using Computers: Coursera
  • Programming Reactive Systems (Scala 2 version): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

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