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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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    University of California, Irvine

    Interfacing with the Arduino

    Skills you'll gain: Electronics, Internet Of Things, Electronic Components, Embedded Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Hardware, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Wireless Networks, Hardware Design, Peripheral Devices, Electrical Wiring, Control Systems, Human Machine Interfaces, Automation Engineering, Programming Principles, Computer Systems, Computer Programming, Systems Engineering, Remote Access Systems, Interactive Learning

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Manchester

    Industrial Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biological Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Process Engineering, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Sustainable Engineering, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing and Production, Materials science, Medical Science and Research, Drug Development, Process Analysis, Scalability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Madecraft

    Overcoming Adversity and Developing Resilience

    Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Overcoming Obstacles, Courage, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Cognitive flexibility, Personal Integrity, Self-Awareness, Adaptability, Compassion, Empathy, Meditation & Breathwork, Stress Management, Habit Formation, Mental Health

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Madecraft

    17 Critical Questions to Improve Your Marketing Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Budgets, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Competitive Analysis, Data-Driven Marketing, Customer Retention, Marketing Automation, Marketing Channel, Marketing Analytics, Target Audience, Persona Development, Target Market, Personalized Campaigns, Campaign Management, Marketing and Public Relations, Brand Strategy, Customer Insights

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Tune Confluence Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Testing, Performance Stress Testing, Performance Tuning, Performance Measurement, System Configuration, Network Performance Management, Configuration Management, System Monitoring, Content Management Systems, Site Reliability Engineering, IT Infrastructure, Technical Documentation, Content Creation

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Advertising with Meta

    Skills you'll gain: Meta Ads Manager, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Target Audience, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Budgets, Campaign Management, Social Media, Media Planning, Social Media Management, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Performance Analysis, Facebook, Paid media, Performance marketing, Budget Management, Digital Advertising, Campaign Planning, Budgeting

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Madecraft

    Build Trust and Increase Engagement by Leading with Empathy

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Workplace inclusivity, Active Listening, Compassion, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Recognizing Others, Emotional Intelligence, Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership, Employee Engagement, People Management, Conflict Management, Team Management, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Employee Retention, Constructive Feedback, Innovation, Communication, Change Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Copilot Chat, Prompts and Agents

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Building a Complete MEAN Stack Application

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Full-Stack Web Development, User Interface (UI), Application Deployment, MongoDB, Angular, Back-End Web Development, Frontend Integration, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Web Design, Web Design and Development, Web Applications, JavaScript Frameworks, Server Side, Restful API, Secure Coding, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    End-to-End Web Development: UI, Databases, APIs

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Restful API, User Interface (UI) Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Development Tools, User Interface (UI), Web Design and Development, Database Design, HTML and CSS, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, API Gateway, API Design, Front-End Web Development, Web Design, MongoDB, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Database Theory, Database Management, OAuth, Software Documentation

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Investment Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Risk, Investment Management, Risk Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Risk Modeling, Risk Analysis, Portfolio Management, Financial Market, Investments, Statistics

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Meta

    Fundamentals of Social Media Advertising

    Skills you'll gain: Paid media, Instagram, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Social Media, Online Advertising, Facebook, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Digital Advertising, Content Creation, Copywriting, Data-Driven Marketing, Campaign Management, Information Privacy, Brand Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Interfacing with the Arduino: University of California, Irvine
  • Industrial Biotechnology: University of Manchester
  • Overcoming Adversity and Developing Resilience: Madecraft
  • 17 Critical Questions to Improve Your Marketing Strategy: Madecraft
  • Tune Confluence Settings: Coursera
  • Advertising with Meta: Meta
  • Build Trust and Increase Engagement by Leading with Empathy: Madecraft
  • Copilot Chat, Prompts and Agents: Microsoft
  • Building a Complete MEAN Stack Application: Board Infinity
  • End-to-End Web Development: UI, Databases, APIs: Board Infinity

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