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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


  • P

    Packt

    C++ 20 Mastery - Pure and Unfiltered

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Code Reusability, Maintainability

    4.7 stars, 7 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (7) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Board Infinity

    AI Systems Design: RAG Pipelines and LLM Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Solution Architecture, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence, Unstructured Data, Systems Architecture, Agentic systems, Software Architecture, Feasibility Studies, Large Language Modeling, User Interface (UI), Embeddings, Data Preprocessing, Vector Databases, Fine-tuning

    2.3 stars, 7 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 2.3 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Simplilearn

    Attention Mechanisms and Transformer Models Course

    Skills you'll gain: Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Vision Transformer (ViT), Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Natural Language Processing

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Git Essentials for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Software Versioning, Software Development Tools, Software Installation, Software Configuration Management, Development Environment, Ubuntu, Command-Line Interface, Linux, File Management

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    How Did We Get Here?The Development of Analytics in Football

    Skills you'll gain: Analytics, Performance Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Business Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Media and Communications, Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Data Literacy, Performance Measurement, Data Collection, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Performance Reporting, Learning Styles, Innovation, Leadership, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Master AutoCAD Bungalow Design: Create & Analyze Layouts

    Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, AutoCAD, Computer-Aided Design, Technical Drawing, Drafting and Engineering Design, Autodesk, Engineering Drawings, Architectural Design, Land Development, Building Design, Functional Design, Design Elements And Principles

    5 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Hedge Funds: Leverage, Accounting & Risk

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Risk, Risk Modeling, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Investment Management, Regression Analysis, Accounting, Portfolio Management, Financial Analysis, Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Operational Risk, Fund Accounting, Specialized Accounting, Case Studies, International Finance, General Finance, Tax Management, Tax Laws

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Create Interactive Choice Boards with Seesaw

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Digital pedagogy, Microsoft Office, Instructional Design

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Business Strategy: Analyze, Apply & Transform

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Corporate Strategy, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Business Ethics, Strategic Planning, Growth Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Prioritization, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Operational Efficiency, Performance Measurement, Business Process Reengineering, Organizational Effectiveness, Corporate Sustainability, Operational Excellence, Competitive Analysis, Portfolio Management, Resource Allocation

    5 stars, 12 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (12) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Dubai College of Tourism

    Hospitality Pricing Strategies and Distribution Channels

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Loyalty Programs, Forecasting, Market Dynamics, Hospitality Management, Revenue Forecasting, Marketing Channel, Hospitality, Hotels and Accommodations, Customer Retention, Cost Management, Direct Selling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Analysis, Data Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Corporate Finance Institute

    Advanced Tableau - Data Model

    Skills you'll gain: Star Schema, Data Modeling, Extract, Transform, Load, Performance Tuning, Tableau Software, Model Optimization, Database Design, Data Visualization Software, Data Integration

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Economics and Finance Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, International Finance, Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Business Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Financial Policy, Consumer Behaviour, General Finance, International Relations, Financial Trading, Game Theory, Financial Systems, Tax, Market Analysis, Economic Development, Competitive Analysis, Bidding, Finance, Fiscal Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • C++ 20 Mastery - Pure and Unfiltered: Packt
  • AI Systems Design: RAG Pipelines and LLM Architecture: Board Infinity
  • Attention Mechanisms and Transformer Models Course: Simplilearn
  • Git Essentials for Beginners: Packt
  • How Did We Get Here?The Development of Analytics in Football: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • Master AutoCAD Bungalow Design: Create & Analyze Layouts: EDUCBA
  • Hedge Funds: Leverage, Accounting & Risk: EDUCBA
  • Create Interactive Choice Boards with Seesaw: Coursera
  • Business Strategy: Analyze, Apply & Transform: EDUCBA
  • Hospitality Pricing Strategies and Distribution Channels: Dubai College of Tourism

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