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Back End Courses

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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    Columbia University

    Features and Boundaries

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Classification Algorithms, Algorithms, Machine Learning Algorithms

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Software Security for Web Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, OAuth, Data Validation, Authentications, Back-End Web Development, Secure Coding, Identity and Access Management, Web Applications, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Attacks, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Data Integrity, Server Side, Security Strategy, Package and Software Management, Patch Management

    4.9
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    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Columbia University

    Computational Methods in Pricing and Model Calibration

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Derivatives, Financial Market, Statistical Methods, Market Data, Financial Modeling, Securities (Finance), Mathematical Modeling, Numerical Analysis, Equities, Model Optimization, Python Programming, Algorithms, Case Studies

    4.4
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    44 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    AI Agentic Design Patterns with AutoGen

    Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, LLM Application, Tool Calling, Software Design Patterns

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Dartmouth College

    C Programming: Pointers and Memory Management - 4

    Skills you'll gain: Memory Management, C (Programming Language), Embedded Systems, Software Visualization, Computer Engineering, Embedded Software, System Programming, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Linux

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    66 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Epic Games

    Fundamentals of Level Design with Unreal Engine

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Software Design Documents, Unreal Engine, Video Game Development, Collaborative Software, Software Documentation, Virtual Environment, Layout Design, Interactive Design, 3D Assets, Prototyping, Diagram Design, Design Elements And Principles, Storytelling

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    71 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Institute for the Future

    Life After COVID-19: Get Ready for our Post-Pandemic Future

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Contingency Planning, Organizational Leadership, Visionary, Crisis Management, Forecasting, Resilience, Risk Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Risk Analysis, Organizational Change, Proactivity, Culture Transformation, Adaptability, Systems Thinking, Social Impact, Dealing With Ambiguity, Action Oriented, Social Determinants Of Health, Strategic Thinking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Docker Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, Cloud Development, DevOps, Microservices, Linux Administration, Software Architecture, Application Deployment, Virtualization, Data Storage, Data Persistence

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    64 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Build an Automated Landing page using AI from Wix ADI

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Email Marketing, Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Driving engagement, Automation

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Microsoft

    Web Application Security

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), AI Integrations, Microsoft Copilot, Application Security, Data Validation, Web Applications, Data Security, Data Integrity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Forecasting and Predictive Analytics Methods Pack

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Financial Forecasting, Forecasting, Trend Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Supervised Learning, Business Metrics, Market Data, Generative AI, Financial Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Intelligence, Statistical Analysis, Model Evaluation, Data Storytelling, Applied Machine Learning

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    63 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    C Programming: Modular Programming and Memory Management - 3

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Memory Management, System Programming, Computer Architecture, Embedded Software, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Computer Programming, Linux

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    62 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Features and Boundaries: Columbia University
  • Software Security for Web Applications: Codio
  • Computational Methods in Pricing and Model Calibration: Columbia University
  • AI Agentic Design Patterns with AutoGen: DeepLearning.AI
  • C Programming: Pointers and Memory Management - 4: Dartmouth College
  • Fundamentals of Level Design with Unreal Engine: Epic Games
  • Life After COVID-19: Get Ready for our Post-Pandemic Future: Institute for the Future
  • Docker Fundamentals: LearnKartS
  • Build an Automated Landing page using AI from Wix ADI: Coursera
  • Web Application Security: Microsoft

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