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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

    The Ultimate Linux Bootcamp for DevOps SRE & Cloud Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Servers, Unix Commands, Systems Administration, Unix, TCP/IP, Service Management, Network Troubleshooting, Site Reliability Engineering, Data Storage Technologies, Continuous Monitoring, IT Automation, Hardware Architecture, Software Installation, File Management

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • W

    Whizlabs

    AWS: Analytics and Application Integration

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Kinesis, Amazon Web Services, Real Time Data, Data Integration, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Processing, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Full-Stack Web Development, Mobile Development Tools, Web Development Tools, Event-Driven Programming, Data Visualization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    Logical Operations

    Web Dev: Optimization, Server Processing, and JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Javascript, Web Design, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Frontend Performance, Web Servers, Web Design and Development, Web Content, Web Analytics and SEO, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Applications, Web Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, Event-Driven Programming, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Software Development, Open Source Technology

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    How to plan green and resilient housing?

    Skills you'll gain: Social Determinants Of Health, Social Impact, Sustainable Design, Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Datadog for Beginners: Monitoring Made Simple

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, System Monitoring, Incident Response, Technical Communication, Incident Management, Event Monitoring, Application Performance Management, Cloud Applications, Interactive Data Visualization, Continuous Monitoring, Anomaly Detection, Data Integration, Query Languages, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Grasp Vector DB Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Vector Databases, Embeddings, Semantic Web, Database Theory, Database Design, Databases, Database Management Systems, NoSQL, Decision Making, Relational Databases, Stakeholder Communications, Business Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Persuasive Communication, Communication, System Design and Implementation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply Multisim GUI Skills for Circuit Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Simulation and Simulation Software, Verification And Validation, Electronics, Simulations, Electronic Components, Technical Design, Design Software, Diagram Design, Test Tools, Debugging, Graphical Tools, Design, Computer-Aided Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Advanced Content Creation and Marketing Design in Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Content Performance Analysis, Collaborative Software, Content Scheduling, Personalized Campaigns, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Design, AI Personalization, Marketing Automation, Social Media Campaigns, Content Optimization, Motion Graphics, Campaign Planning, Content Creation, Digital Publishing, Campaign Management, AI Enablement, Social Media Content, A/B Testing

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Arizona

    Marketing Communications: Culture and Messaging

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Brand Marketing, Branding, Marketing Communications, Brand Management, Brand Awareness, Marketing Effectiveness, Advertising, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Marketing, Brand Loyalty, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Direct Marketing, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Marketing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Blender Lighting & Compositing for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphics, Post-Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Visualization (Computer Graphics), 3D Assets, Computer Graphic Techniques, Image Quality, Animations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Lower-Body Sports Massage: Functional Treatment

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Evaluation, Patient Communication, Treatment Planning, Sports Medicine, Injury Prevention, Clinical Assessment, Athletic Training, Exercise Therapy, Rehabilitation, Patient Treatment, Manual Therapy, Anatomy, Human Musculoskeletal System, Physical Therapy, Pain Management, General Medicine, Kinesiology, Family Medicine, Mobility Assistance

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Wix para principiantes

    Skills you'll gain: Web Presence, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Development Tools, Web Design, Content Management, Web Design and Development, No-Code Development, Web Development, User Accounts, Graphic Design

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • The Ultimate Linux Bootcamp for DevOps SRE & Cloud Engineers: Packt
  • AWS: Analytics and Application Integration: Whizlabs
  • Web Dev: Optimization, Server Processing, and JavaScript: Logical Operations
  • How to plan green and resilient housing?: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Datadog for Beginners: Monitoring Made Simple: Coursera
  • Grasp Vector DB Basics: Coursera
  • Apply Multisim GUI Skills for Circuit Design: EDUCBA
  • Advanced Content Creation and Marketing Design in Canva: Board Infinity
  • Marketing Communications: Culture and Messaging: University of Arizona
  • Blender Lighting & Compositing for Beginners : Packt

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