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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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    Scrimba

    Learn Express.js

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Frameworks, Server Side, Web Applications, Web Servers, Secure Coding, Restful API, Middleware, API Design, Real Time Data, Code Reusability, Maintainability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Get started with Microsoft Planner

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Planning, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Project Management Software, Project Planning, Collaborative Software, Project Management, Team Management

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    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EDUCBA

    Data Analysis with Pivot Tables: Build & Automate

    Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Macros, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Security, Data Integrity, Automation

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    30 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    AI Business School

    Introduction to AI for sales professionals

    Skills you'll gain: AI literacy, Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Responsible AI, Sales Enablement, Sales Training, Risk Management, Sales, Artificial Intelligence, Agentic systems, Sales Strategy, Digital Transformation, Risk Mitigation, Innovation, Automation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Data Science with NumPy, Sets, and Dictionaries

    Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Image Analysis, Data Processing, Data Science, Programming Principles, Text Mining, File I/O, Data Manipulation, Big Data, Performance Tuning, Python Programming, Probability Distribution

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Coaching Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Coaching, Employee Coaching, Constructive Feedback, Drive Engagement, People Development, Team Performance Management, Empowerment, Leadership Development, Performance Management, Growth Mindedness, Goal Setting

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    Open Data and Intelligent Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Risking, Financial Inclusion, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Data Governance, FinTech, Financial Data, AI Personalization, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Sharing, Financial Regulation, Financial Services, Decision Intelligence, Data Strategy, Financial Systems, Data Literacy, Finance, Business Ethics, Product Design, Application Programming Interface (API)

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Building Statistical Models in R: Linear Regression

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Data Visualization, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Scatter Plots, Statistical Software, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Plot (Graphics), R (Software), Ggplot2, Statistical Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Маркетинг в цифровом мире

    Skills you'll gain: MarTech, Marketing, Digital Marketing Tools, Product Promotion, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Strategic Marketing, Market Dynamics, Marketing Channel, Product Development, Digital Marketing, Digital Transformation, Consumer Behaviour, New Product Development, Customer Engagement, E-Commerce, Innovation, Empowerment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    AWS Database Specialty Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Database Development, Database Administration, Database Design, Amazon CloudWatch, Amazon DynamoDB, Oracle Databases, Amazon Redshift, Data Migration, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Database Systems, Database Management Systems, Disaster Recovery, Databases, Relational Databases, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Network Model, NoSQL, AWS CloudFormation

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    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Introduction to FastAPI framework

    Skills you'll gain: Web Frameworks, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), API Testing, Application Deployment, Software Documentation, Package and Software Management, JSON, Server Side, Python Programming, Data Validation

    2.5
    Rating, 2.5 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EDUCBA

    Human Resource Management: Analyze & Apply

    Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resources, Talent Management, Workforce Planning, Talent Acquisition, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Talent Recruitment, Labor Relations, Human Relations Movement, Workforce Development, Performance Management, Compensation and Benefits, Succession Planning, Diversity Programs, Labor Law, Diversity and Inclusion, Occupational Safety And Health

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Learn Express.js: Scrimba
  • Get started with Microsoft Planner: Coursera
  • Data Analysis with Pivot Tables: Build & Automate: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to AI for sales professionals: AI Business School
  • Data Science with NumPy, Sets, and Dictionaries: Duke University
  • Coaching Skills: Packt
  • Open Data and Intelligent Finance: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Building Statistical Models in R: Linear Regression: Coursera
  • Маркетинг в цифровом мире: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • AWS Database Specialty Certification: EDUCBA

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