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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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    EDUCBA

    Master US GAAP: Analyze Foundations & Codification

    Skills you'll gain: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Revenue Recognition, Financial Accounting, Standard Accounting Practices, Technical Accounting, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Equities, Consolidation

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Introduction to Git and GitHub Basics

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Unix Shell, Software Versioning, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Collaborative Software, Software Configuration Management, Software Installation, Configuration Management, File Systems, File Management, System Configuration

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Nikolai Schuler

    Microsoft Power BI Desktop - The Practical Bootcamp

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Power BI, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Advanced Analytics, Data Modeling, Data Transformation, Dashboard Creation, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Performance Tuning

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Creating a Visual Tasks Guide with Microsoft PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Education Software and Technology, Microsoft Office, Personal Development

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

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    Coursera

    Advertise and grow your business on Facebook with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Marketing Design, Marketing Materials, Promotional Materials, Social Media Content, Organizational Skills, Content Creation, Advertising, Branding, Social Media Marketing, Dashboard, Marketing, Graphic Design, Digital Advertising

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    L&T EduTech

    Geometric and Traffic Aspects of Highway

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Civil Engineering, Stormwater Management, Structural Engineering, Hydrology, Hydraulics, Grading (Landscape), Safety Standards, Design, Simulation and Simulation Software

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    Designing the Future of Finance

    Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Financial Inclusion, Financial Services, Data Sharing, Financial Regulation, Financial Systems, Application Programming Interface (API), Financial Data, Banking, Financial Regulations, International Finance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Governance, Finance, Interoperability, Design Strategies, Regulatory Requirements, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Goodwill Industries International

    The Digital Divide

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Computer Literacy, Digital Communications, Computer Security Awareness Training, Community Development, Community Outreach, End User Training and Support, Advocacy, Telecommunications

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Geotechnical Foundation Design

    Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction, Laboratory Testing, Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Laboratory Experience, Construction Engineering, General Construction and Construction Labor, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Experimentation, Research Reports, Analytical Testing, Engineering Practices, Failure Analysis, Test Equipment, Finite Element Methods, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Design Specifications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Microsoft SQL Server: Performance Tuning Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, Performance Tuning, SQL, Database Management, Database Management Systems, Query Languages, System Monitoring, Application Performance Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    Compute Resources in Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Kubernetes, Containerization, Virtual Machines, Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Scalability, Scripting

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Simplilearn

    Lean Management Course

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen Methodology, Operational Efficiency, Performance Measurement, Manufacturing Operations, Business Process, Quality Management, Process Improvement, Performance Metric, Waste Minimization, Kanban Principles, Quality Control, Six Sigma Methodology, Continuous Improvement Process, Quality Assurance and Control, Business Metrics, Inventory Management System

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Master US GAAP: Analyze Foundations & Codification: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Git and GitHub Basics: Packt
  • Microsoft Power BI Desktop - The Practical Bootcamp: Nikolai Schuler
  • Creating a Visual Tasks Guide with Microsoft PowerPoint: Coursera
  • Advertise and grow your business on Facebook with Canva: Coursera
  • Geometric and Traffic Aspects of Highway: L&T EduTech
  • Designing the Future of Finance: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • The Digital Divide: Goodwill Industries International
  • Geotechnical Foundation Design: L&T EduTech
  • Microsoft SQL Server: Performance Tuning Essentials: Coursera

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