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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


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    Packt

    Cypress Automation Testing Framework - Zero To Hero

    Skills you'll gain: Jenkins, Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Selenium (Software), Test Script Development, OAuth, Software Testing, Development Environment, Application Programming Interface (API), Test Case, Test Tools, Web Development Tools, Git (Version Control System), Restful API, Software Installation

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Alignor

    Giving and Receiving Feedback in a Diverse Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Tactfulness, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Empathy, Diversity and Inclusion, Conflict Management, Diversity Awareness, Advocacy, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Composure, Peer Review, Expectation Management, Collaboration, Interactive Learning, Performance Review, Relationship Building

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Packt

    Foundations of ML & Python for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Statistical Methods, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Pandas (Python Package), Data Science, Statistical Analysis, NumPy, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Statistical Inference, Probability Distribution, Probability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free
    Free
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    Coursera

    How To Get Started With Pinterest Shopping

    Skills you'll gain: Pinterest, Organizational Skills, Ideation, Social Media Content, Account Management, User Accounts, Meal Planning And Preparation, Direct Selling, Marketing, Business Marketing, Business Strategy, Business Analytics

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Scripting with Alteryx: Python and R for Advanced Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Alteryx, Predictive Modeling, People Analytics, Scripting, R Programming, Predictive Analytics, Data Science, Advanced Analytics, Scripting Languages, R (Software), Trend Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Data Integration, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Employee Retention, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Next.js for Beginners: Build a Multi-Page Portfolio Website

    Skills you'll gain: Web Components, React.js, Node.JS, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Frontend Performance, Front-End Web Development, Web Content, Web Development, HTML and CSS, Software Engineering

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Preview
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    Edureka

    Using Kafka on Confluent

    Skills you'll gain: Data Management, Data Governance, Systems Architecture, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    HubSpot Academy

    Sales Reporting with HubSpot

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, HubSpot CRM, Dashboard, Business Reporting, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Relationship Management, Content Performance Analysis, Performance Reporting, Forecasting, Sales Enablement, Sales Process, Performance Metric, Sales, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Customer Service, Customer Data Management, Customer Success Management, Customer Engagement, Goal Setting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Codio

    Data Analysis in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Plot (Graphics), Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Import/Export, Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Data Wrangling, Correlation Analysis, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Scripting, Computational Logic

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
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    Coursera

    Creating Service Innovation Culture in Public Sector

    Skills you'll gain: Service Improvement, Innovation, Continuous Improvement Process, Change Management, Quality Improvement, Organizational Change, Service Management, Customer experience improvement, Culture Transformation, Public Administration, Organizational Strategy, Public Policies, Case Studies, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Technology Strategies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Scrimba

    What's new in React 19?

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, Frontend Performance, Web Development Tools, Front-End Web Development, Context Management, Application Programming Interface (API)

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Coursera

    GenAI for Product R&D Teams

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI, Innovation, AI literacy, AI powered creativity, New Product Development, Product Development, Responsible AI, Process Development, AI Enablement, AI Integrations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Project Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Cypress Automation Testing Framework - Zero To Hero: Packt
  • Giving and Receiving Feedback in a Diverse Environment: Alignor
  • Foundations of ML & Python for Data Science: Packt
  • How To Get Started With Pinterest Shopping: Coursera
  • Scripting with Alteryx: Python and R for Advanced Workflows: Coursera
  • Next.js for Beginners: Build a Multi-Page Portfolio Website: Coursera
  • Using Kafka on Confluent: Edureka
  • Sales Reporting with HubSpot: HubSpot Academy
  • Data Analysis in Python: Codio
  • Creating Service Innovation Culture in Public Sector: Coursera

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