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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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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Mandarin Chinese 2: Chinese for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Language Competency, Grammar, Cultural Sensitivity

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    431 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    AI for Content Creation

    Skills you'll gain: AI powered creativity, Google Gemini, Visual Storytelling, Multimodal Prompts, Generative AI, AI literacy, AI Enablement, AI Personalization, AI Workflows, Creative Design, Artificial Intelligence, Google Workspace, Responsible AI

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    195 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Health Information Technology Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Medical Record System, Electronic Medical Record, Medical Records, Clinical Informatics, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Health Technology, Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Clinical Documentation, Decision Support Systems, Clinical Data Management, Technical Support, End User Training and Support, Patient Registration, Technical Support and Services, Information Technology, Databases, Change Control, Desktop Support, Help Desk Support

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    445 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Introduction to Clinical Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Tidyverse (R Package), Clinical Data Management, R (Software), Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, R Programming, Medical Privacy, Google Cloud Platform, Data Ethics, Data Science, Health Informatics, Data Wrangling, Electronic Medical Record, Data Manipulation, SQL, Data Access, Query Languages

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    430 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Brand Marketing and SEO Tools using Wix

    Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Social Media Content, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Brand Marketing, Brand Awareness, Digital Brand Strategy, Digital Marketing Tools, Branding, Social Media Management, Digital Marketing, Brand Strategy, Marketing Design, Marketing, Web Presence, Brand Management, Marketing Materials, Web Design and Development

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    376 reviews

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    Duke University

    Copyright for Multimedia

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Data Sharing, Multimedia, Music, Video Production, Data Ethics, Data Access, Electronic Media, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Photography

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    439 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Product Management: Foundations & Stakeholder Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Product Management, New Product Development, Product Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Competitive Analysis, Product Planning, Communication Planning, Product Strategy, Business Strategy, Business Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Ideation, Market Analysis, Product Knowledge, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Stakeholder Management, Communication Strategies, Leadership

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    376 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    CVS Health

    Introduction to Customer Service

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, De-escalation Techniques, Customer Service, Empathy, Call Center Experience, Customer Support, Greeting Customers, Retail Sales, Transaction Processing, Customer Complaint Resolution, Retail Store Operations, Problem Solving, Time Management, Conflict Management, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Root Cause Analysis, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Positivity

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    366 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Emory University

    Understanding Violence

    Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Substance Abuse, Public Health, International Relations, Diplomacy, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health, Sociology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Media and Communications, Community Health, Trauma Care, Child Welfare, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders

    4.6
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    330 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Architecting Smart IoT Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Threat Modeling, Systems Architecture, System Software, Hardening, Debugging, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Internet Of Things, Application Security, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Operating Systems, Performance Tuning, System Requirements, Network Protocols, Open Source Technology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    SketchUp: how to start modelling simple 3D objects

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design Software, Product Design, Graphic Design

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    367 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Microsoft

    Deploy and Maintain Power BI Assets and Capstone project

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, SQL, Data Security, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Sharing, Security Controls, Data Access

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    302 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Mandarin Chinese 2: Chinese for Beginners: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • AI for Content Creation: Google
  • Health Information Technology Fundamentals: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Clinical Data Science: University of Colorado System
  • Brand Marketing and SEO Tools using Wix: Coursera
  • Copyright for Multimedia: Duke University
  • Product Management: Foundations & Stakeholder Collaboration: SkillUp
  • Introduction to Customer Service: CVS Health
  • Understanding Violence: Emory University
  • Architecting Smart IoT Devices: 28DIGITAL

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