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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Software Installation, Data Analysis, Analysis, Scientific Visualization, User Interface (UI)
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: LangChain, SQL, LLM Application, Database Systems, Query Languages, Generative AI Agents, Microsoft Azure, Tool Calling, OpenAI, Natural Language Processing, Prompt Engineering
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Git (Version Control System), Scripting, Version Control, Email Automation, Software Testing, Automation, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Performance Tuning, Productivity, File Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Development Environment, Large Language Modeling, Data Store, LLM Application, Text Mining, Generative AI, Databases, Database Development, OpenAI, Database Management, Semantic Web, Data Storage Technologies, Document Management, Artificial Intelligence, Data Storage, Data Processing, Natural Language Processing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Indian Institute for Human Settlements
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Climate Change Adaptation, Systems Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Research, Big Data
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Fundação Instituto de Administração
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, New Product Development, Business Risk Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Solutions, Strategic Partnership, Product Development, Project Design, Process Improvement, New Business Development, Product Improvement, Portfolio Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Decision Making
Build toward a degree
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Mindfulness, Manual Therapy, Treatment Planning, Clinical Practices, Clinical Assessment, Mental Health, Patient Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research, General Science and Research, Critical Thinking, Probability, Research Design, Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Experimentation, Investigation, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Threat Detection, General Networking, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, Computer Networking, Record Keeping, Data Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, Human Resource Strategy, Strategic Planning, Employee Retention, Diversity and Inclusion, Human Resources, Workplace inclusivity, Recruitment Strategies, Workforce Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Talent Acquisition, Organizational Change
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Oracle Databases, Performance Tuning, SQL, Query Languages, Database Design, Stored Procedure, Database Management, Data Storage
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Restful API, CI/CD, Model View Controller, ASP.NET, Cloud Infrastructure, Continuous Deployment, Cloud Development, Load Balancing, OAuth, Continuous Integration, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, Application Deployment, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Web Applications, Web Development, Application Performance Management, Microservices, Secure Coding
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months