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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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    Coursera

    Python NLTK for Beginners: Customer Satisfaction Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Unstructured Data, Data Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Python Programming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Prompt Injection Vulnerabilities

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Cybersecurity, Prompt Engineering, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Assessment, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Testing, Network Security, Exploitation techniques

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Complete Linux Training Course to Get Your Dream IT Job

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, Linux Servers, Shell Script, Unix, Unix Shell, Systems Administration, Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, Patch Management, Scripting Languages, Package and Software Management, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, File Systems, File Management, Data Storage, Security Controls, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Administración estratégica e IA: Innovación en Negocios

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Strategy, Innovation, Business Strategies, Administration, Strategic Thinking, AI Enablement, Entrepreneurship, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), New Product Development, Artificial Intelligence, Plan Execution, Business Modeling, Business Transformation, Performance Measurement, Business Intelligence, Business Analytics, Business Technologies, Customer Analysis, Case Studies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Trustworthy AI: Managing Bias, Ethics, and Accountability

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, AI literacy, Accountability, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Analysis, Case Studies, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Risk Mitigation, Decision Making, Workforce Management

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Creating a Technology Startup Company

    Skills you'll gain: Product Planning, Target Market, Persona Development, Operational Performance Management, Target Audience, Market Opportunities, Systems Thinking, Business Modeling, Product Lifecycle Management, Customer Analysis, Operational Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Management, Business Planning, Engineering Management, Market Analysis, People Management, New Product Development, Governance, Engineering

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Organizational innovation and creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creative Thinking, New Product Development, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Creativity, Lean Methodologies, Customer Engagement, Business Modeling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Compensation, Benefits and Payroll

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll, HR Tech, Compensation Strategy, Human Resources Software, Compensation and Benefits, Benefits Administration, Payroll Systems, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Management, Payroll Processing, Payroll Administration, Human Resources, Operational Efficiency, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, AI Personalization, Benefits Enrollment Processes, Employee Engagement, Social Media Analytics

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Whizlabs

    NVIDIA: Fundamentals of Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Generative AI, Transfer Learning, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Classification Algorithms, Model Training, Model Optimization, Machine Learning, Data Processing, Linear Algebra

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Infrastructure Automation with Terraform

    Skills you'll gain: Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, IT Automation, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Management, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Platforms, Microsoft Azure, Dependency Analysis

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Handling Difficult Conversations

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Assertiveness, Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Discussion Facilitation, Tactfulness, Interpersonal Communications, De-escalation Techniques, Emotional Intelligence, People Management, Staff Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Communication, Team Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, Empathy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Business proposal with Visme for businesses

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Proposal Development, Sales Presentations, Presentations, Value Propositions, Data Visualization, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Python NLTK for Beginners: Customer Satisfaction Analysis: Coursera
  • Introduction to Prompt Injection Vulnerabilities: Coursera
  • Complete Linux Training Course to Get Your Dream IT Job: Packt
  • Administración estratégica e IA: Innovación en Negocios: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Trustworthy AI: Managing Bias, Ethics, and Accountability: Johns Hopkins University
  • Creating a Technology Startup Company: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Organizational innovation and creativity: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • GenAI for Compensation, Benefits and Payroll: Coursera
  • NVIDIA: Fundamentals of Deep Learning: Whizlabs
  • Infrastructure Automation with Terraform: Whizlabs

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