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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


  • S

    SkillUp

    Using GenAI in Modern Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot, Prompt Engineering, AI Integrations, Generative AI, ChatGPT, AI literacy, AI Workflows, Application Development, Code Review, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting: Unit 3

    Skills you'll gain: Active Directory, Windows PowerShell, Windows Servers, User Accounts, Microsoft Servers, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Remote Access Systems, Servers, Systems Administration, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Server Administration, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

    4.4 stars, 7 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Northeastern University

    Engineering Probability and Statistics Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Probability Distribution, Probability, Data Literacy, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Combinatorics, Descriptive Statistics, Correlation Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Sales Proposals and Presentations

    Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Proposal Writing, Sales Presentations, Proposal Development, Sales Presentation, Sales Strategy, Storytelling, Presentations, Data Storytelling, Sales Process, Market Research, Anthropic Claude, Microsoft PowerPoint, AI Integrations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Introduction to SQL and relational databases

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management Systems, Data Integrity, Database Management, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Database Administration, Databases, Database Theory, Query Languages, Database Design, Secure Coding, Back-End Web Development, Web Applications, Application Security, Data Manipulation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • D

    Duke University

    Data Modeling and Prediction with R

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Logistic Regression, Statistical Modeling, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Predictive Analytics, Data Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Inference, Model Training, R (Software), Statistical Programming, Correlation Analysis

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Azure Practical - Developing Your Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Cloud Deployment, Active Directory, Cloud Services, Identity and Access Management, Application Development, Application Deployment, Authentications, Data Integration, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Storage, Debugging, File Transfer Protocol (FTP)

    4.7 stars, 18 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    The Business of Ideas: IP in the Real World

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Case Studies, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Case Law, Legal Strategy, Commercial Laws, Creativity, Lawsuits, Legal Proceedings, Market Dynamics, Music, Technical Standard

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Develop a UX Customer Problem Statement in Miro

    Skills you'll gain: Experience Design, Design Thinking, User Experience, UI/UX Research, Customer experience improvement, Business Intelligence, Journey Mapping, User Interface (UI) Design, User Research, Customer Analysis, Collaborative Software

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Energy Modeling: Predicting & Optimizing Consumption

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Mathematical Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Gemini, Laboratory Experience, Google Gemini, Model Optimization, Predictive Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Forecasting, Analytics, 3D Modeling, Simulations, Sustainable Technologies, Data Visualization, AI Integrations, Search Engine Optimization

    Intermediate · 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

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

  • Using GenAI in Modern Software Development: SkillUp
  • Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting: Unit 3: Pearson
  • Engineering Probability and Statistics Part 1: Northeastern University
  • GenAI for Sales Proposals and Presentations: Coursera
  • Introduction to SQL and relational databases: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Data Modeling and Prediction with R: Duke University
  • Azure Practical - Developing Your Applications: EDUCBA
  • The Business of Ideas: IP in the Real World: University of Pennsylvania
  • Develop a UX Customer Problem Statement in Miro: Coursera
  • Energy Modeling: Predicting & Optimizing Consumption: Coursera

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