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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

    React Developer Masterclass: From Beginner to Pro 2026

    Skills you'll gain: Middleware, React Redux, React.js, Code Reusability, Web Development Tools, Development Environment, Responsive Web Design, Frontend Performance, Scalability, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Design and Development, HTML and CSS, Front-End Web Development, Maintainability, UI Components, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Software Development Tools, JavaScript Frameworks, Authorization (Computing), Data Validation

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Supervised machine learning and performance evaluation

    Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Machine Learning Methods, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning, Analytics, Data Analysis, Analysis, Data Processing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Automate QGIS with PyQGIS

    Skills you'll gain: GIS Software, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Automation, Spatial Data Analysis, Application Programming Interface (API), Spatial Analysis, Scripting, Maintainability, Python Programming, Code Reusability, Data Preprocessing, Data Persistence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Mastering Google Antigravity: From Setup to Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, AI Workflows, Vibe coding, Generative AI Agents, Software Development Tools, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Google Workspace, Code Review, Software Development, Responsible AI, Application Deployment, Design Software, Front-End Web Development, Software Engineering, React.js, Web Development, Javascript

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Problem-Dependent Resampling Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Feature Engineering, Dependency Analysis, Drug Interaction, Analysis, Sample Size Determination, Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Correlation Analysis, Data Synthesis, Machine Learning, Analytical Skills, Data Processing, Machine Learning Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Evaluating, Governing, and Scaling AI Agents

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Security, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Model Evaluation, Technical Communication, Generative AI Agents, Quality Assessment, Scalability, Acceptance Testing, Maintainability, Compliance Management, Application Lifecycle Management, Data Governance, Performance Measurement, Business Metrics, Risk Control, Risk Mitigation, Performance Metric, Performance Reporting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Getting Started with Go

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Go (Programming Language), Application Development, Program Development, Build Tools, Development Environment, Microsoft Visual Studio, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development Tools, Software Installation, Programming Principles, Other Programming Languages, Command-Line Interface, Package and Software Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Total Seminars

    Endpoint & Wireless Security

    Skills you'll gain: Hardening, Endpoint Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Security, Security Controls, Wireless Networks, Application Security, IT Security Architecture, Threat Detection, Authentications, Security Testing, Brute-force attacks, Cyber Attacks, Cryptographic Protocols, Security Management, Security Awareness, Security Strategy, System Configuration, Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Uncover Market Trends with Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Trend Analysis, Market Trend, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Storytelling, Market Analysis, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Market Research, Business Analytics, Market Data, Forecasting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    The Complete React 19 Developer Course (incl. Next.js 16)

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, React Redux, Frontend Performance, Full-Stack Web Development, Unit Testing, Front-End Web Development, Event-Driven Programming, Performance Tuning, Frontend Integration, Context Management, Javascript, Code Reusability, JavaScript Frameworks, Software Testing, Server Side, Web Applications, UI Components, Software Design Patterns, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Data Persistence

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Troubleshoot Common Issues

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Problem Management, Network Troubleshooting, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), End User Training and Support, Data Access, Content Management Systems, Data Management, Information Technology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    Mastering Windsurf: From Setup to Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Workflows, Vibe coding, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Software Development Tools, Web Development Tools, Code Review, Responsible AI, Software Development, GitHub, React.js, Front-End Web Development, Design Software, Javascript, Software Engineering, Web Development, Application Deployment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • React Developer Masterclass: From Beginner to Pro 2026: Packt
  • Supervised machine learning and performance evaluation: 28DIGITAL
  • Automate QGIS with PyQGIS: Coursera
  • Mastering Google Antigravity: From Setup to Real Projects: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Problem-Dependent Resampling Techniques: 28DIGITAL
  • Evaluating, Governing, and Scaling AI Agents: LearnQuest
  • Getting Started with Go: Packt
  • Endpoint & Wireless Security: Total Seminars
  • Uncover Market Trends with Data Analysis: Coursera
  • The Complete React 19 Developer Course (incl. Next.js 16): Packt

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