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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


  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Game Projects, C# Scripting, and Social Features

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, C# (Programming Language), Android Development, Mobile Development, Scripting, Video Game Development, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Application Deployment

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Node.js for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Application Deployment, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Frameworks, Test Driven Development (TDD), Cloud Deployment, Continuous Deployment, Authentications, Web Development, Development Testing, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Full-Stack Web Development, Web Applications, Application Security, Javascript, CI/CD, Web Development Tools, Back-End Web Development, Front-End Web Development

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Negotiation That Works: Strategies for Influence & Agreement

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Influencing, Interpersonal Communications, Adaptability, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Leadership, Relationship Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Mastering VMware Automation and Cloud Management Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Hybrid Cloud Computing, vCenter Server, VMware ESX Servers, vSphere Networking and Storage, Storage vMotion, vCenter Server Management, vSphere DRS & HA, Cloud Management, NSX-T Network Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, IT Automation, Cloud Computing, Network Troubleshooting, Virtualization, Automation, Application Lifecycle Management, Scripting

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Pearson

    Kubernetes From Basics to Guru: Unit 6

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Kubernetes, CI/CD, OpenShift, DevOps, Devops Tools, Continuous Integration, Git (Version Control System), Continuous Deployment, Cloud Applications, Application Deployment, Application Performance Management, Configuration Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Special Competitive Studies Project

    AI in Global Competition: The Defense Dimension

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Customer Segmentation with K-Means: Model & Visualize

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Unsupervised Learning, Customer Insights, Correlation Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Plot (Graphics), Heat Maps, Data Processing, Descriptive Statistics, Data Manipulation, Histogram, Marketing Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Data Visualization Software

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to DeepSeek

    Skills you'll gain: Deepseek, DeepSeek API, OpenAI, Model Deployment, AI Integrations, Responsible AI, LLM Application, Generative Model Architectures, AI literacy, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Planning, Application Deployment, Data Ethics, Model Evaluation, Case Studies, Cost Benefit Analysis, Automation, Integration Testing, Process Optimization, Program Evaluation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    CPC & Keyword Research

    Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Google Ads, Keyword Research, Advertising Campaigns, Search Engine Marketing, Marketing Budgets, Online Advertising, Campaign Planning, Data-Driven Marketing, Paid media, Digital Marketing Tools, Campaign Management, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Marketing Planning, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Sales Presentation, Budgeting, Performance Metric

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Simplilearn

    Kubernetes Training for Beginner

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Deployment, Command-Line Interface

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Intro to Git

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Collaborative Software, Software Versioning, Software Development Tools, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Deploying Open Models

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Docker (Software), Containerization, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Hugging Face, Generative AI, Serverless Computing, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Platforms, Security Controls, System Monitoring, Configuration Management, Release Management, Infrastructure Security, Continuous Monitoring, Application Performance Management, Version Control

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Advanced Game Projects, C# Scripting, and Social Features: Packt
  • Node.js for Beginners: Packt
  • Negotiation That Works: Strategies for Influence & Agreement: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Mastering VMware Automation and Cloud Management Skills: Board Infinity
  • Kubernetes From Basics to Guru: Unit 6: Pearson
  • AI in Global Competition: The Defense Dimension: Special Competitive Studies Project
  • Customer Segmentation with K-Means: Model & Visualize: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to DeepSeek: Coursera
  • CPC & Keyword Research: Coursera
  • Kubernetes Training for Beginner: Simplilearn

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