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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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    Packt

    GitHub Actions Masterclass: From Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Continuous Integration, GitHub, Continuous Deployment, Git (Version Control System), Secure Coding, Development Environment, Code Reusability, Docker (Software), Automation, YAML, Application Security, Containerization, Event-Driven Programming

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Embedded Systems Object-Oriented Programming in C and C++

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Testing, System Programming, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Verification And Validation, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming Tools, Code Reusability, System Configuration, Peripheral Devices, Software Installation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Master Financial Modeling with Excel & AI: Analyze Forecast

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Financial Statements, Depreciation, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Balance Sheet, Financial Data, Capital Budgeting, Financial Acumen, Financial Analysis, Excel Formulas, Income Statement, Microsoft Excel, Risk Analysis, Data Storytelling, Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Analysis

    4.9 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Ajax Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Ajax, jQuery, JSON, Javascript and jQuery, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Web Applications, Javascript, Extensible Languages and XML, Event-Driven Programming, Network Protocols

    3.9 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.9 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Create Embeddings, Vector Search, and RAG with BigQuery

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Embeddings, Google Gemini, Vector Databases, Generative AI, LLM Application, AI Integrations, AI Workflows, Google Cloud Platform

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Equity Valuation and Portfolio Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Working Capital, Portfolio Management, Revenue Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Financial Modeling, Investment Management, Income Statement, Pharmaceuticals, Financial Data, Business Valuation, Cash Flow Forecasting, Equities, Financial Reporting, Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Forecasting, Private Equity

    4.8 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (10) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Marketing with Pictory.AI: Create and Edit Videos

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Video Production, Marketing Materials, Content Creation, Marketing Design, Content Marketing, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Editing, Marketing, Storytelling, Multimedia, Branding, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Agile Practices and Continuous Improvement

    Skills you'll gain: Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Project Management, Emotional Intelligence, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Employee Coaching, Team Building, Sprint Planning, Project Estimation, Continuous Improvement Process, Project Planning, CI/CD, Estimation, Risk Management

    4.9 stars, 8 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (8) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    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, Human Development, Exercise Science, Taxonomy, Child Development, Life Sciences, Scientific Visualization, Childbirth, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Orthopedics

    4.6 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (10) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Electrical Design Engineer - Circuit Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Electronic Components, Network Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Analysis, Simulations, High Voltage, Grant Applications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Simplilearn

    LangChain and Workflow Design Course

    Skills you'll gain: LangChain, AI Workflows, LLM Application, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Hugging Face, Prompt Engineering, Embeddings, AI Security, AI Integrations, Model Deployment, Memory Management

    2.8 stars, 6 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 2.8 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Shell Programming Essentials

    5 stars, 12 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular back end courses

  • GitHub Actions Masterclass: From Beginner to Advanced: Packt
  • Embedded Systems Object-Oriented Programming in C and C++: Packt
  • Master Financial Modeling with Excel & AI: Analyze Forecast: EDUCBA
  • Ajax Basics: Board Infinity
  • Create Embeddings, Vector Search, and RAG with BigQuery: Google Cloud
  • Equity Valuation and Portfolio Analysis: EDUCBA
  • Marketing with Pictory.AI: Create and Edit Videos: Coursera
  • Advanced Agile Practices and Continuous Improvement: Packt
  • Bipedalism: The Science of Upright Walking: Dartmouth College
  • Electrical Design Engineer - Circuit Analysis: Coursera

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