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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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    Microsoft

    Managing Azure Infrastructure: Storage, Monitoring & Backup

    Skills you'll gain: Patch Management, Microsoft Azure, Disaster Recovery, System Monitoring, Cloud Management, Cloud Storage, File Management, Data Storage, Cloud Security, Continuous Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Virtual Machines, Data Security, Query Languages

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    AWS: Threat Detection, Logging and Monitoring

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon CloudWatch, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Amazon Web Services, Incident Response, Continuous Monitoring, Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Network Security, Incident Management, Event Monitoring

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    PyTorch: Advanced Architectures and Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Generative AI, Deep Learning, Generative Model Architectures, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Large Language Modeling, Model Optimization, Convolutional Neural Networks, Software Visualization, Artificial Neural Networks, Embeddings, Computer Vision

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    MathWorks

    Advanced Deep Learning Techniques for Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Anomaly Detection, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Model Training, Matlab, Generative AI, Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Interoperability

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Fast Prototyping of GenAI Apps with Streamlit

    Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI Agents, No-Code Development, Prototyping, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, AI Integrations, Application Development, User Interface (UI)

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Commercial Awareness

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Business Acumen, Competitive Analysis, Sales Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Business Leadership, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Sales, Business Planning, Financial Acumen, Market Intelligence, Trend Analysis, Leadership, Campaign Planning, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Market Dynamics, Consumer Behaviour

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Precast Structural System

    Skills you'll gain: Shop Drawing, Construction, Structural Engineering, Building Codes, Drafting and Engineering Design, Structural Analysis, Construction Inspection, Building Design, Construction Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Engineering Practices, Civil Engineering, Production Process, Engineering Tolerance, Architecture and Construction, Verification And Validation, Engineering Software, Engineering Design Process, Commercial Construction

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

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    EDUCBA

    Advanced XML Integration and Project Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Extensible Markup Language (XML), Ajax, Extensible Languages and XML, Web Design, Web Design and Development, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), HTML and CSS, jQuery, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Data Validation, Web Applications, Responsive Web Design, Scripting Languages, Scripting, Javascript and jQuery, Web Development, Android Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Java

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of North Texas

    Foundations of Marketing Practice for Non-Majors

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Market Research, Customer Analysis, Market Analysis, Market Opportunities, Business Strategy, Global Marketing, Business, Target Market, Competitive Analysis, Decision Making

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dell

    Dell Technologies Technical Support for Hardware

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Desktop Support, Computer Hardware, Digital Transformation, Network Troubleshooting, Technical Support, System Support, Technical Support and Services, Networking Hardware, Servers, Network Security, Network Infrastructure, Server Administration, Data Security, Hardware Architecture, IT Infrastructure, Data Storage Technologies, Operating Systems, Data Storage

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Diabetes Prediction With Pyspark MLLIB

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Logistic Regression, Data Cleansing, Apache Spark, PySpark, Data Manipulation, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Machine Learning, Python Programming

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    Leadership Problem-Solving with AI: Think Like a Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Strategic Prioritization, Root Cause Analysis, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Responsible AI, Strategic Leadership, Systems Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Critical Thinking, AI Enablement, Leadership Development, Analysis, Business Solutions, Decision Making, Ideation, Artificial Intelligence

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Managing Azure Infrastructure: Storage, Monitoring & Backup: Microsoft
  • AWS: Threat Detection, Logging and Monitoring: Whizlabs
  • PyTorch: Advanced Architectures and Deployment: DeepLearning.AI
  • Advanced Deep Learning Techniques for Computer Vision: MathWorks
  • Fast Prototyping of GenAI Apps with Streamlit: DeepLearning.AI
  • Commercial Awareness: Coursera
  • Precast Structural System: L&T EduTech
  • Advanced XML Integration and Project Applications: EDUCBA
  • Foundations of Marketing Practice for Non-Majors: University of North Texas
  • Dell Technologies Technical Support for Hardware: Dell

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