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Server-side courses can help you learn web application architecture, API development, database management, and server-side programming languages like Python and Node.js. You can build skills in handling user authentication, optimizing server performance, and managing data storage solutions. Many courses introduce tools such as Express.js for building web applications, SQL for database queries, and Docker for containerization, showcasing how these skills are applied in real-world projects.

Popular Server-Side Courses and Certifications


  • E

    EDUCBA

    Java Servlets Tutorial

    Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Back-End Web Development, Server Side, Data Access, Apache Tomcat, Application Servers, Java Programming, Relational Databases, Databases, Java, Web Servers, SQL, Authentications, Web Applications, Secure Coding, Software Design Patterns, Data Persistence

    4.7 stars, 28 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (28) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    System Issues in Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Cloud-Native Computing, Software-Defined Networking, Virtual Networking, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Distributed Computing, Application Development, Cloud Management, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Network Performance Management, Data Store, Network Infrastructure, Data Centers

    4.5 stars, 407 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (407) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104)

    Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Virtual Networking, Active Directory, Load Balancing, Cloud Management, Virtual Machines, Kubernetes, Network Monitoring, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, User Provisioning, Network Troubleshooting, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Containerization, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Storage, Cloud Computing, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS)

    4.1 stars, 34 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.1 (34) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking Web and AI Systems

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Exploitation techniques, Server Side, Application Security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, Data Security, LLM Application, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering

    4.2 stars, 6 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (6) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • C

    Coursera

    Getting Started with Linux Terminal

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, Command-Line Interface, File Management, Unix Shell, Linux Administration, Package and Software Management, DevOps

    4.5 stars, 160 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (160) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • M

    Michigan State University

    Game Design and Development 4: 3D Platformer

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, C# (Programming Language), Software Design Documents, Social Impact, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Ideation, Scripting, Social Sciences, Peer Review

    4.7 stars, 47 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (47) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • X

    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    .Net平台下的软件开发技术

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, ASP.NET, File I/O, User Interface (UI), System Testing, Database Design, SQL, C# (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Relational Databases, .NET Framework, Program Development, Operating Systems, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), User Interface (UI) Design, Database Management, Object Oriented Design, Database Theory, Computer Systems, Programming Principles

    4.4 stars, 112 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (112) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Affiliate Marketing For Passive Income - 2026

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Search Engine Optimization, Selling Techniques, Video Production, Email Automation, Google Ads, Generative AI Agents, Sales Strategy, AI Orchestration, Marketing Channel, Inside Sales, Performance marketing, Marketing, Product Promotion, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategies, AI Workflows, Content Marketing, Web Analytics, New Business Development

    4.7 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (14) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnKartS

    DevOps and Jenkins Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Jenkins, CI/CD, Devops Tools, DevOps, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Deployment, Docker (Software), Containerization, Build Tools, Software Development, Application Deployment, Test Automation, Software Installation

    3.5 stars, 35 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.5 (35) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    AZ-800 Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Group Policy, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Azure Active Directory, Active Directory, Windows Servers, Hyper-V, Remote Access Systems, iSCSI Configuration, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Containerization, Microsoft Azure, Kubernetes, Microsoft Servers, Microsoft Windows, Docker (Software), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Server Administration, Network Administration

    4.6 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (11) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Threat Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Threat Modeling, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Exploitation techniques, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Event Monitoring, Computer Security Incident Management, Malware Protection, Network Analysis, Anomaly Detection, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Network Protocols

    4.9 stars, 36 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (36) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U
    P

    Multiple educators

    Business Innovation and Digital Disruption

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Solution Design, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Design Thinking, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Sustainable Business, Brand Strategy, Process Design, Business Solutions, Technology Strategies, Brand Marketing, Business Planning, Digital Transformation, Strategic Thinking, Market Opportunities, Design Strategies, Design and Product, Innovation

    4.5 stars, 66 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (66) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular server-side courses

  • Java Servlets Tutorial: EDUCBA
  • System Issues in Cloud Computing: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104): Packt
  • Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking Web and AI Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Getting Started with Linux Terminal: Coursera
  • Game Design and Development 4: 3D Platformer: Michigan State University
  • .Net平台下的软件开发技术: Xi'an Jiaotong University
  • Affiliate Marketing For Passive Income - 2026: Alex Genadinik
  • DevOps and Jenkins Fundamentals: LearnKartS
  • AZ-800 Exam Prep: SkillUp

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