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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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    DeepLearning.AI

    Natural Language Processing with Sequence Models

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Large Language Modeling, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Text Mining, Embeddings, Generative Model Architectures, Machine Learning Methods, Model Training, Network Architecture

    4.5
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    1.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    The 3D Printing Revolution

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Emerging Technologies, Business Transformation, Prototyping, Manufacturing and Production, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing Processes, Entrepreneurship, Industrial Design, Design, Business Economics, Materials science, Innovation, Product Development, New Product Development, Cost Reduction

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    The Unix Workbench

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Unix Shell, Unix, Git (Version Control System), Unix Commands, Version Control, Bash (Scripting Language), grep, Cloud Hosting, Ubuntu, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Computing, Shell Script, Linux, Mac OS, Scripting, Scripting Languages, File Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    International Cyber Conflicts

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, International Relations, Cyber Operations, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Governance, Network Infrastructure, Diplomacy, Conflict Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Human Factors (Security), Political Sciences, Media and Communications, Social Studies, Psychology

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Interactive Brokers

    Practical Guide to Trading

    Skills you'll gain: Derivatives, Equities, Futures Exchange, Risk Analysis, Financial Trading, International Finance, Investments, Securities Trading, Financial Market, Portfolio Risk, Risk Management, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Market Analysis, Market Data, Capital Markets, Investment Management, Tax, Financial Accounting, Balance Sheet

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    864 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Image and Video Processing: From Mars to Hollywood with a Stop at the Hospital

    Skills you'll gain: Image Quality, Digital Signal Processing, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Digital Communications, Computer Graphics, Medical Imaging, Applied Mathematics, Sensory Systems Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Linear Algebra, Matlab, Mathematical Modeling, Histogram, Differential Equations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Copenhagen Business School

    Strategy Formulation

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Business Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Resource Management, Corporate Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Decision Making, Market Analysis, Global Marketing, Growth Strategies, Market Opportunities, Value Propositions, Market Dynamics

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    1.5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    American Contract Law I

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Commercial Laws, Legal Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Launch Your Online Business

    Skills you'll gain: Branding, Brand Strategy, Marketing and Public Relations, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Entrepreneurship, Content Creation, Video Production, Copywriting, Business Modeling, Public Relations, Presentations, Customer Engagement, Value Propositions, Proposal Development, Web Design and Development, Business Planning, Photography, Web Presence, Marketing Strategies, Content Strategy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    879 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Create a Project Management Tracker using Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Project Management Software, Collaborative Software, Spreadsheet Software, Project Coordination, Project Management, Productivity Software, Microsoft Office, Project Planning, Data Validation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    909 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I)

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Safety Standards, Health Care, Quality Improvement, Risk Management, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Risk Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Developing Mobile Apps with React Native

    Skills you'll gain: React Native, Mobile Development, React Redux, User Interface (UI) Design, Ajax, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Front-End Web Development, Javascript, React.js, Data Structures, Application Development, Apple iOS, Debugging, iOS Development, JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, User Story, Android Development, Mobile Development Tools, Cross Platform Development

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    959 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Natural Language Processing with Sequence Models: DeepLearning.AI
  • The 3D Printing Revolution: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • The Unix Workbench: Johns Hopkins University
  • International Cyber Conflicts: The State University of New York
  • Practical Guide to Trading: Interactive Brokers
  • Image and Video Processing: From Mars to Hollywood with a Stop at the Hospital: Duke University
  • Strategy Formulation: Copenhagen Business School
  • American Contract Law I: Yale University
  • Launch Your Online Business: The State University of New York
  • Create a Project Management Tracker using Microsoft Excel: Coursera

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