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.

Royal Holloway, University of London
Skills you'll gain: Human Factors (Security), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Social Sciences, Exploitation techniques, Culture, Psychology, Persuasive Communication
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Grafana, System Monitoring, Prometheus (Software), Application Performance Management, Devops Tools, DevOps, Continuous Monitoring, Docker (Software), Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, Interactive Data Visualization, Kubernetes, Dashboard Creation, Distributed Computing
Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Plot (Graphics), NumPy, Data Cleansing, Data Structures, Scientific Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Analytics, Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Debugging, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation, Code Reusability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Simulations, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis
Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Technical Design, User Feedback, Technology Solutions, Technical Consulting, Solution Design, Solution Architecture, Solution Delivery, SAP Applications, Technical Communication, Requirements Analysis, Business Analysis, Agile Methodology, Business Requirements, Requirements Elicitation, Gap Analysis, Customer Engagement, Presentations, Prioritization, Communication
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Marketing Design, Generative AI, A/B Testing, Marketing Materials, Copywriting, Advertising, Marketing, ChatGPT, Customer Analysis, Content Creation, Marketing Strategies, Customer Insights, Content Performance Analysis
Beginner Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Ad Hoc Reporting, Performance Reporting, Web Analytics, Marketing, Web Development
Intermediate Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Systems Analysis, Electrical Systems, Mechanics, Systems Thinking, Applied Mathematics, Performance Testing, Integral Calculus, Basic Electrical Systems
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Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Video Game Development, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Game Design, Prototyping, Virtual Environment, Storyboarding, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Usability Testing, Conceptual Design, Computer Graphics, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, Data Ethics, Development Testing, Human Computer Interaction
Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Governance, Corporate Sustainability, Diversity and Inclusion, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Communications, Business Ethics, Crisis Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Social Impact, Advocacy, Stakeholder Management, Public Relations, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Management, Executive Recruitment, Stakeholder Analysis
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Smart Goals, Surveys, Goal Setting, Survey Creation, Performance Measurement, Grant Writing, Program Management, Performance Metric, Data Collection
Beginner Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Project Schedules, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Data Entry, Scheduling
Beginner Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Flutter (Software), Cross Platform Development, Mobile Development, Cloud Development, Google Cloud Platform, Development Environment, Package and Software Management, Application Frameworks, Web Development, Network Security
Beginner Ā· Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours