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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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    HRCI

    Employee Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Performance Management, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Performance Appraisal, Performance Management, Human Resource Policies, Organizational Structure, Policy Development, Conflict Management, Employee Relations, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Human Resources, Performance Review, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Engagement, Organizational Strategy, Administration, Staff Management, Business Continuity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Primitives

    Skills you'll gain: Loans, Lending and Underwriting, FinTech, Key Management, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Digital Assets, Market Liquidity, Financial Trading, Transaction Processing, Public Key Infrastructure, Supply Management

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    480 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Learn JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, Event-Driven Programming, Javascript, Mobile Development, Data Structures, Application Development, Video Game Development, Web Applications, Programming Principles, Data Storage Technologies, Scripting Languages, Data Persistence, Computer Programming, Data Storage, Computational Logic, Front-End Web Development, Web Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Advanced Instructional Strategies in the Virtual Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Drive Engagement, Parent Communication, Student Engagement, Student Support and Services, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Community Development, Instructional Design, K-12 pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Motivational Skills, Digital pedagogy, Lifelong Learning, Blended Learning, Relationship Building, Diversity and Inclusion, Communication Strategies, Content Creation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    584 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Management Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Team Performance Management, Human Relations Movement, Employee Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Decision Making, Organizational Change, Organizational Structure, Performance Appraisal, Team Motivation, Organizational Leadership, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Compensation Management, Compensation and Benefits, Job Analysis, Compensation Strategy, Recruitment, Leadership

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    528 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Algae Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biological Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Commercialization, Regulatory Affairs, Sustainable Development, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Production Process, New Product Development, Product Development, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Detecting and Mitigating Cyber Threats and Attacks

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Endpoint Detection and Response, Incident Management, Endpoint Security, Network Security, Firewall, Security Software, Anomaly Detection, System Monitoring

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    459 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Mobile App Development

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, Mobile Development Tools, iOS Development, Other Mobile Programming Languages, Flutter (Software), Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Apple iOS, Android Studio, Computer Programming Tools, Application Development, Swift Programming, Test Tools, React Native, Apple Xcode, Application Frameworks, Web Applications, Cross Platform Development, Software Testing, Cloud Hosting

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Health Concepts in Chinese Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Immunology, Chronic Diseases

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

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    Starweaver

    Personal Productivity, Time Management and Prioritization

    Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Productivity, Strategic Prioritization, Productivity Software, Telecommuting, Scheduling, Workflow Management, Goal Setting

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    388 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    JavaScript Programming Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Ajax, Javascript, Data Structures, Debugging, JSON, Web Development, Web Applications, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Computer Programming, HTML and CSS, Event-Driven Programming, Software Development, Git (Version Control System), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Application Programming Interface (API)

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Figma Mastery: From Wireframes to Prototypes

    Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Usability Testing, Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI), Journey Mapping, Interactive Design, User Experience Design, Usability, Wireframing, User Interface (UI) Design, Prototyping, User Experience, User Flows, UI/UX Strategy, Design Research, Front-End Web Development, Web Design and Development, Mockups, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Interaction Design

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Employee Relations: HRCI
  • Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Primitives: Duke University
  • Learn JavaScript: Scrimba
  • Advanced Instructional Strategies in the Virtual Classroom: University of California, Irvine
  • Management Fundamentals: University of Pennsylvania
  • Algae Biotechnology: University of California San Diego
  • Detecting and Mitigating Cyber Threats and Attacks: University of Colorado System
  • Introduction to Mobile App Development: IBM
  • Health Concepts in Chinese Medicine: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Personal Productivity, Time Management and Prioritization: Starweaver

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