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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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    Simplilearn

    Introduction Course to Autoencoders, VAEs, and GANs

    Skills you'll gain: Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative AI, Autoencoders, Generative Model Architectures, Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Unsupervised Learning, Model Training, Dimensionality Reduction

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Unit Testing in React.js: Create a Unit Test Suite

    Skills you'll gain: Test Script Development, Unit Testing, Test Case, Development Testing, Test Tools, React.js, API Testing, Software Testing, Web Development Tools, Javascript

    4.3 stars, 7 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.3 (7) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Fundamentals of NuxtJS

    Skills you'll gain: Vue.JS, Application Deployment, UI Components, JavaScript Frameworks, Data Access, Frontend Performance, Web Analytics and SEO, Android Development, Development Environment, Server Side, Data Management

    3.6 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.6 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • P

    Packt

    Network Security, Troubleshooting, & Certification Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Hardening, Network Protocols, Network Performance Management, Authentications, Identity and Access Management, Encryption, Hardware Troubleshooting, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Multi-Factor Authentication, Key Management, Wireless Networks

    4.8 stars, 6 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Healthcare Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Informed Consent, Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Privacy, Responsible AI, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Generative AI, Patient-centered Care, Patient Safety, AI Integrations

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • W

    Whizlabs

    Azure: Security Operations Management

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Cloud Security, IT Security Architecture, Security Management, Data Storage, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Firewall, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Key Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Event Monitoring, Threat Detection

    4.7 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Modern HTML5 & Responsive Web Development Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Layout Design, UI Components, Front-End Web Development, Multimedia, Usability, Web Development, Interactive Design, Javascript, Graphic and Visual Design, Web Design and Development, Typography, Project Design, User Interface (UI), Web Analytics and SEO

    4.7 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Framework Development and Integration

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Selenium (Software), Test Automation, Jenkins, Test Script Development, Software Versioning, Continuous Integration, Test Tools, Continuous Delivery, Test Data, Test Case, Software Testing, CI/CD, Code Reusability, Command-Line Interface, File I/O

    4.8 stars, 6 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (6) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Data Science Ethics with R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Science, Data Collection, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Machine Learning, Algorithms

    4.9 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    UI Design using Material Design 3: Designing a Reminder App

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface (UI), Figma (Design Software), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, UI Components, User Experience Design, Layout Design, User Centered Design, Prototyping, Interactive Design, Design Elements And Principles

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    ZBrush Basics: Sculpt, Render & Finalize 3D Models

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Graphical Tools, Design Software, Computer Graphic Techniques, User Interface (UI), Graphics Software, Digital Design

    4.6 stars, 14 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (14) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Boost Engagement: Optimize AI Content Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Content Scheduling, Driving engagement, Hootsuite, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Content Optimization, Social Media Analytics, Content Development and Management, Digital Marketing Tools, Web Analytics, Content Strategy, Performance Improvement, Web Analytics and SEO, Data Import/Export, Market Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction Course to Autoencoders, VAEs, and GANs: Simplilearn
  • Unit Testing in React.js: Create a Unit Test Suite: Coursera
  • Fundamentals of NuxtJS: Board Infinity
  • Network Security, Troubleshooting, & Certification Prep: Packt
  • GenAI for Healthcare Ethics: Coursera
  • Azure: Security Operations Management: Whizlabs
  • Modern HTML5 & Responsive Web Development Mastery: EDUCBA
  • Advanced Framework Development and Integration: Packt
  • Data Science Ethics with R: Duke University
  • UI Design using Material Design 3: Designing a Reminder App: Coursera

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