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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

    Introduction to Fundamental Data Structures and Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Node-RED: IoT projects with ESP32, MQTT and Docker

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Docker (Software), Grafana, Development Environment, Embedded Software, Security Controls, Devops Tools, Containerization, Interactive Data Visualization, DevOps, JSON, Network Protocols, Dashboard Creation, Embedded Systems, Authentications, Automation, Data Storage

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Facebook Marketing And Facebook Ads To Get More Engagement

    Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Meta Ads Manager, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Content, Instagram, Social Media Management, Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Driving engagement, Advertising Campaigns, Event Marketing, Digital Advertising, Drive Engagement, Promotional Strategies, Content Creation, Advertising, Customer Engagement

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Supercharge with Salesforce Einstein (GPT)

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, AI Enablement, Responsible AI, Salesforce Development, Data Ethics, Customer Analysis, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, AI Integrations, Customer Data Management, Automation, Analytics, Generative AI, Predictive Modeling, Natural Language Processing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    NIIT

    Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, Frontend Integration, Front-End Web Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Application Lifecycle Management, Program Development, Application Development, JavaScript Frameworks, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, UI Components, User Flows, Code Reusability, Test Case, Unit Testing, Data Validation, Javascript

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Jira: Map, Analyze and Release

    Skills you'll gain: Sprint Retrospectives, User Story, Jira (Software), Performance Metric, Sprint Planning, Release Management, Product Roadmaps, Performance Analysis, Plan Execution, Root Cause Analysis, Journey Mapping, Project Planning, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Continuous Improvement Process, Operational Analysis, Analysis, Collaborative Software, Descriptive Analytics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Reclaim Your Attention: Values-Aligned Media Consumption

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Motivation, Emotional Intelligence, Growth Mindedness, digital literacy, Mental Concentration, Personal Development, Compassion, Goal Setting, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Self-Discipline, Habit Formation, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Mindfulness, Stress Management, Resilience, Adaptability, Media and Communications, Productivity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep SC-100: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, User Provisioning, Cloud Security, Azure Active Directory, Data Governance, DevSecOps, Data Management, IT Security Architecture, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Identity and Access Management, Microsoft 365, Endpoint Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Multi-Factor Authentication, Authorization (Computing), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Microsoft Copilot, Encryption, Authentications

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Board Infinity

    SOP Writing Mastery: Craft Statements That Stand Out

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Peer Review, Writing, Constructive Feedback, AI literacy, Intercultural Competence, Editing, Goal Setting, Self-Awareness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 5

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Authentications, Web Applications, Penetration Testing, Application Security, Security Controls, Security Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Programming Interface (API), Exploitation techniques, Web Servers, Cloud Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Simplilearn

    Generative AI in Deployment Training

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), AI Workflows, Generative AI, Application Deployment, CI/CD, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, IT Automation, Cloud Deployment, Jenkins, Amazon Web Services, Terraform, Cloud Infrastructure, AI Integrations, Kubernetes, GitHub Copilot, Docker (Software), Requirements Analysis, Release Management, Scalability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Creo Incubator

    Critical Thinking for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Habit Formation, Curiosity, Complex Problem Solving, Open Mindset, Gap Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Fundamental Data Structures and Techniques: Packt
  • Node-RED: IoT projects with ESP32, MQTT and Docker: Packt
  • Facebook Marketing And Facebook Ads To Get More Engagement: Alex Genadinik
  • Supercharge with Salesforce Einstein (GPT): Coursera
  • Capstone Project: NIIT
  • Jira: Map, Analyze and Release: Coursera
  • Reclaim Your Attention: Values-Aligned Media Consumption: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Exam Prep SC-100: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert: Whizlabs
  • SOP Writing Mastery: Craft Statements That Stand Out: Board Infinity
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 5: Pearson

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