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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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    Packt

    Python for Finance: Investment Fundamentals & Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Risk, Portfolio Management, Risk Modeling, Financial Data, Risk Analysis, Investment Management, Return On Investment, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Investments, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Statistical Analysis, General Finance, Correlation Analysis, Simulations, Regression Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Simulation and Simulation Software, Jupyter, Python Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Coursera

    OpenAI ChatGPT: Enterprise Solutions Unleashed

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Data Analysis, OpenAI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Analytics, Content Creation, Content Strategy, Customer Support, Technology Strategies, Customer experience improvement, Operational Efficiency, Automation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Dartmouth College

    Bipedalism: The Science of Upright Walking

    Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Anthropology, Biology, Anatomy, 3D Assets, Research, Mechanics, Physiology, Laboratory Research, Human Development, Exercise Science, Taxonomy, Child Development, Life Sciences, Scientific Visualization, Childbirth, Obstetrics And Gynecology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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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

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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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

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    EDUCBA

    REST Assured Java - Testing Employee Database

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, API Testing, Restful API, Software Quality Assurance, Software Engineering, Application Programming Interface (API), Test Script Development, Java Programming, Java, Data Mapping, Software Testing, Test Case, Web Services

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    L&T EduTech

    Load Flow Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Electrical Systems, Network Model, Energy and Utilities, Engineering Analysis, Systems Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Network Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Graph Theory

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Create Customer Support Data with Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Validation, Customer Data Management, Excel Formulas, Microsoft 365, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Support, Spreadsheet Software, Customer Service, Data Security, Data Management, Data Integrity, Invoicing, User Accounts, Editing

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Coursera

    Master Electric Vehicle Tech: Software Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Embedded Software, Electric Power Systems, Engineering Software, Power Electronics, Hardware Troubleshooting, Systems Architecture, Software Systems, Electrical Engineering, Systems Integration, Debugging, Control Systems

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    W

    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

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    Selenium Automation and Testing Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Test Automation, Software Testing, Test Script Development, Test Data, Browser Compatibility, Java, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Data Import/Export, Debugging, Maintainability

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    C

    Coursera

    Starting & Managing a Sustainable Hotel or Tourism Business

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Hotel Operations, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Sustainable Development, Business Planning, Corporate Sustainability, Hotels and Accommodations, Sustainability Standards, Waste Minimization, Environmental Issue, Community Development, Market Opportunities, Environmental Resource Management, Community Outreach, Climate Change Mitigation, Stakeholder Engagement, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Python for Finance: Investment Fundamentals & Data Analytics: Packt
  • OpenAI ChatGPT: Enterprise Solutions Unleashed: Coursera
  • Bipedalism: The Science of Upright Walking: Dartmouth College
  • Rate Limiting with Cloud Armor: Google Cloud
  • xDesign Foundations: Sketching and Extrusion: Dassault Systèmes
  • REST Assured Java - Testing Employee Database: EDUCBA
  • Load Flow Analysis: L&T EduTech
  • Create Customer Support Data with Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • Master Electric Vehicle Tech: Software Skills: Coursera
  • Power BI: Data Analytics and Data Preparation: Whizlabs

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