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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


  • C

    Coursera

    How to Use The IFE-EFE Matrix for Strategic Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Planning, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Strategic Prioritization, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Strategy, Performance Measurement, Performance Analysis, Analysis, Internal Auditing, Market Analysis, External Auditing, Market Opportunities, Entrepreneurship, Leadership

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for DevOps Practitioners

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Responsible AI, Generative AI, DevOps, Devops Tools, CI/CD, Continuous Deployment, AI literacy, Software Documentation, Kubernetes, AI Integrations, Data Ethics, Automation, Innovation, Productivity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Analyze Sales Data with LibreOffice Base Queries

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Sales Strategy, Sales, Data Analysis Software, Data Analysis, Query Languages, Database Software, Trend Analysis, Databases, Customer Insights, Performance Analysis, Product Assortment

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Pearson

    Quick Start Guide to Large Language Models (LLMs): Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, ChatGPT, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Deep Learning

    Intermediate · 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
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Agile Project Management: Estimate, Lead & Deliver Value

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Project Risk Management, Project Estimation, Estimation, Business Priorities, Risk Management, Strategic Communication, Prioritization, Strategic Prioritization

    4.9 stars, 12 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    MAYA Architecture - Bathroom and Kitchen Interiors

    Skills you'll gain: Autodesk Maya, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphic Techniques, Autodesk, Computer Graphics

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • W

    Whizlabs

    AWS: Security, Governance, and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: AWS CloudFormation, Amazon CloudWatch, Cloud Security, Data Security, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Data Governance, Cyber Governance, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Encryption, AI Security, Cloud Management, Key Management, Cryptography, Continuous Monitoring, Firewall, System Monitoring, Configuration Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Effective Meeting Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Productivity, Team Building, Collaboration, Organizational Effectiveness, Team Leadership, Discussion Facilitation, Team Motivation, Organizational Skills, Conflict Management, Driving engagement, Goal Setting

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

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

  • B

    Board Infinity

    AI-Powered Marketing Analytics with Google Analytics 4 (GA4)

    Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Financial Forecasting, Looker (Software), Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Data Literacy, Cross-Channel Marketing, Marketing Budgets, Web Analytics, Data Validation, Stakeholder Engagement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Google Ads, Dashboard Creation, Revenue Forecasting, Marketing Automation, Predictive Analytics, Digital Marketing

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    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
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  • P

    Packt

    Intermediate Ethical Hacking Hands-on Training

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Metasploit, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Exploitation techniques, Brute-force attacks, Windows PowerShell, Active Directory, Network Analysis, Microsoft Windows, Wireless Networks, Scripting, Virtual Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • How to Use The IFE-EFE Matrix for Strategic Analysis: Coursera
  • GenAI for DevOps Practitioners: Coursera
  • Analyze Sales Data with LibreOffice Base Queries: Coursera
  • Quick Start Guide to Large Language Models (LLMs): Unit 1: Pearson
  • Azure Practical - Developing Your Applications: EDUCBA
  • Agile Project Management: Estimate, Lead & Deliver Value: EDUCBA
  • MAYA Architecture - Bathroom and Kitchen Interiors: EDUCBA
  • AWS: Security, Governance, and Compliance: Whizlabs
  • Effective Meeting Skills: Packt
  • AI-Powered Marketing Analytics with Google Analytics 4 (GA4): Board Infinity

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