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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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    Northeastern University

    Future Healthcare Payment Models

    Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, Care Management, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Systems, Health Policy, Business Metrics, Stakeholder Analysis, Health Administration, Payment Systems, Care Coordination, Performance Measurement, Cost Reduction, Cost Management, Insurance, Innovation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Foundations and Core Concepts of PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Model Training, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Fine-tuning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Model Optimization, Data Preprocessing, Regression Analysis, Software Installation, System Configuration

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Meaningful Predictive Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Model Training, Predictive Analytics, Verification And Validation, Statistical Modeling, Model Optimization, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Supervised Learning, Python Programming, Text Mining, Classification Algorithms, Natural Language Processing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Android App Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Android Jetpack, Version Control, Android Development, Android Studio, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Mobile Development, Application Design, User Interface (UI), UI/UX Strategy, Kotlin, Application Development, UI Components, User Interface (UI) Design, User Flows, Data Access, Information Architecture

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Advanced Data Analysis & Visualization with Copilot in Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Copilot, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Synthesis, Statistical Methods, Data Integration, Data-Driven Decision-Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Rochester

    Technology Commercialization, Part 1: Setting up your Idea Filtering System

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Priorities, Commercialization, Prioritization, New Product Development, Strategic Prioritization, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Decision-Making

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Innovation Management

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, New Product Development, Strategic Partnership, Product Development, Project Portfolio Management, Portfolio Management

    Build toward a degree

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    NVIDIA

    The Fundamentals of RDMA Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Remote Access Systems, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, System Programming, Data Access, Memory Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Sustainable high-end tourism

    Skills you'll gain: Service Design, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Customer Insights, Customer experience improvement, Service Management, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Consumer Behaviour, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Sustainability Standards, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Communication

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Building Your Own Database Agent

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LangChain, AI Orchestration, SQL, LLM Application, Query Languages, Generative AI Agents, OpenAI API, Microsoft Azure, Tool Calling, OpenAI, Natural Language Processing, Large Language Modeling

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    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Applied Calculus with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Plot (Graphics), Graphing, Numerical Analysis, Python Programming, Mathematical Software, Software Visualization, Algebra, Derivatives, Computer Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Accessibility to the Scenic Arts

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Coordinating, Media and Communications, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Communication Strategies, Visual Impairment Education, Conflict Management, Performing Arts, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Planning, Needs Assessment, Coordination, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Future Healthcare Payment Models: Northeastern University
  • Foundations and Core Concepts of PyTorch: Packt
  • Meaningful Predictive Modeling: University of California San Diego
  • Android App Capstone : Meta
  • Advanced Data Analysis & Visualization with Copilot in Excel: Microsoft
  • Technology Commercialization, Part 1: Setting up your Idea Filtering System: University of Rochester
  • Innovation Management: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • The Fundamentals of RDMA Programming: NVIDIA
  • Sustainable high-end tourism: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Building Your Own Database Agent: DeepLearning.AI

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