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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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    Unilever

    Supply Chain Software Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Data Management, Data Lakes, Supply Chain Planning, Data Analysis Software, Real Time Data, Data Storage Technologies, Inventory Management System, Forecasting, Demand Planning, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, AI Enablement, Problem Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Docker

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Google Cloud Platform, DevOps, Web Development

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    98 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Mobile Development, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Frameworks, Android Development, Application Development, Program Development, Software Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    70 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introducción a la Contabilidad Financiera

    Skills you'll gain: Balance Sheet, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Accrual Accounting, Accruals, Accounting, Cash Flows, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Income Statement, General Ledger, Month End Closing, Revenue Recognition

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    86 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Build and Modernize Applications With Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering Tools, Model Optimization, Serverless Computing, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cloud Development, Development Testing, Mobile Development Tools, AI Enablement, AI Integrations, Application Development, Cloud Platforms, Web Analytics and SEO, Application Deployment, Software Development Tools, Cloud-Based Integration, Code Review, Computer Programming Tools

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    50 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1a

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Data Storage, Computer Systems, Data Storage Technologies, System Configuration, Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Peripheral Devices, Memory Management

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    95 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    SAS

    Advanced SAS Programming Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Perl (Programming Language), Data Processing, Statistical Programming, Data Manipulation, Code Reusability, Data Structures, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Data Storage

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    95 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Drones for Environmental Science

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws, Data Ethics, Environmental Science, Geospatial Information and Technology, Robotics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Global Positioning Systems, Research, Electronic Components, Critical Thinking

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    82 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Corporate Finance Institute

    Fundamentals of Credit

    Skills you'll gain: Credit Risk, Loans, Capital Expenditure, Lending and Underwriting, General Lending, Consumer Lending, Mortgage Loans, Commercial Lending, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Risk Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    47 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Linux: I/O Redirection for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Linux, Unix Shell, Scripting, File I/O

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Michigan

    Fundamentals of Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Surveys, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Analysis, Demography, Public Administration, R (Software), Policy Analysis, Public Policies, R Programming, Statistical Programming, Analytics, Data Transformation, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    60 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
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    Coursera

    Getting Started with Adobe Spark

    Skills you'll gain: Animations, Adobe Express, Content Creation, Design Elements And Principles, Adobe Creative Cloud, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Design, Digital Design, Design Software, Typography

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    72 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Supply Chain Software Tools: Unilever
  • Introduction to Docker: Google Cloud
  • Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming with Java: Coursera
  • Introducción a la Contabilidad Financiera: University of Pennsylvania
  • Build and Modernize Applications With Generative AI: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1a: Illinois Tech
  • Advanced SAS Programming Techniques: SAS
  • Drones for Environmental Science: Duke University
  • Fundamentals of Credit: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Linux: I/O Redirection for DevOps: Coursera

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