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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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    Dassault Systèmes

    xDesign Foundations: Sketching and Extrusion

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, 3D Modeling, Engineering Design Process, Mechanical Design, Design Software, Mechanical Engineering

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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    From Data to Decisions: Making Predictions with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Data Literacy, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Technical Communication, Scatter Plots, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Generative AI, AI literacy, Predictive Modeling

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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Data Analysis in R: Predictive Analysis with Regression

    Skills you'll gain: Ggplot2, Model Evaluation, Plot (Graphics), Regression Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Descriptive Statistics, R (Software), Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Quantization Fundamentals with Hugging Face

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Model Optimization, Hugging Face, Large Language Modeling, Performance Tuning, Model Deployment

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google Cloud

    Rate Limiting with Cloud Armor

    Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Performance Stress Testing, Google Cloud Platform, Firewall, Cloud Infrastructure, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Security Controls, Back-End Web Development, Front-End Web Development

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnQuest

    Advanced Angular Topics

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, Data Transformation, User Interface (UI), Dataflow, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Code Reusability, Application Frameworks, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Model View Controller

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Java Servlets Case Study - Online Admission Process

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, PostgreSQL, Relational Databases, Java, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Database Development, Systems Development, Database Design, Databases, Application Design, Back-End Web Development, Web Applications, Business Logic, Secure Coding, Data Validation, Process Modeling, Payment Systems, Document Management, Authentications, Verification And Validation

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

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    Whizlabs

    Power BI: Data Analytics and Data Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Data Transformation, Power BI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Data Modeling, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Pivot Tables And Charts, Analytics

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Program Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Program Management, Responsible AI, Planning, Generative AI, AI literacy, Risk Analysis, Prompt Engineering, Analytics

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fractal Analytics

    Advanced Machine Learning Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Optimization, Machine Learning Methods, Random Forest Algorithm, Advanced Analytics, Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Fine-tuning, Performance Tuning

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    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Create a Brand Awareness Survey in Qualtrics

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Awareness, Market Research, Strategic Marketing, Branding, Brand Marketing, User Feedback, Brand Strategy, Marketing, Brand Management, Research, User Research

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Duke University

    MySQL-for-Data-Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Bash (Scripting Language), Scripting, Database Management, Relational Databases, Shell Script, Database Administration, Command-Line Interface, Operational Databases, SQL, Databases, Data Import/Export, Database Application, Data Pipelines, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Data Processing, Linux

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • xDesign Foundations: Sketching and Extrusion: Dassault Systèmes
  • From Data to Decisions: Making Predictions with AI: Vanderbilt University
  • Data Analysis in R: Predictive Analysis with Regression: Coursera
  • Quantization Fundamentals with Hugging Face: DeepLearning.AI
  • Rate Limiting with Cloud Armor: Google Cloud
  • Advanced Angular Topics: LearnQuest
  • Java Servlets Case Study - Online Admission Process: EDUCBA
  • Power BI: Data Analytics and Data Preparation: Whizlabs
  • GenAI for Program Managers: Coursera
  • Advanced Machine Learning Algorithms: Fractal Analytics

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