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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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    Packt

    Apple Certified Support Professional macOS 11

    Skills you'll gain: Apple Service Certification, Knowledge of Apple Software, Mac OS, User Accounts, System Support, Desktop Support, Software Installation, File Management, Network Support, Operating System Administration, System Configuration, File Systems, General Networking, Knowledge of Apple Hardware, Data Storage, Data Management, Network Administration, Remote Access Systems, Application Security, Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Engineering Probability and Statistics Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Probability Distribution, Probability, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Combinatorics, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference, Correlation Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Web Hacking Expert - Full-Stack Exploitation Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Exploitation techniques, Penetration Testing, Secure Coding, Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Security, Angular, Ajax, Javascript

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    LearnKartS

    Salesforce Security and Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Salesforce Development, Workflow Management, Operational Efficiency, Data Access, Force.com, Process Design, Business Process Automation, Data Security, Data Sharing, Authorization (Computing), No-Code Development, Application Security, Security Controls, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), IT Automation, Identity and Access Management, Automation, Security Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Packt

    Core WordPress Development Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Development Environment, Content Management Systems, Content Management, Secure Coding, Data Management, Web Development, PHP (Scripting Language), Data Security, Application Security, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Modern Java - Mastering Features from Java 8 to Java 25

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Packt

    Web Development Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design and Development, Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, Debugging, Web Applications, No-Code Development, Front-End Web Development, Development Environment, Web Development Tools, UI Components, Microsoft Visual Studio, Integrated Development Environments, AI Enablement

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    AI Business School

    Introduction to AI for customer care professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Risk Management, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Customer experience improvement, Agentic systems, AI Integrations, Digital Transformation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Packt

    Advanced Ruby Programming and Object-Oriented Design

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Test Tools, Application Design, Test Case, Software Documentation, Code Reusability, Technical Documentation, Package and Software Management

    Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Platform Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: No-Code Development, Experience Design, Application Development, User Experience, User Interface (UI), Data Modeling, User Interface (UI) Design, Sprint Retrospectives, Driving engagement, Service Recovery, Digital Transformation, Application Design, Drive Engagement, Computing Platforms, Data Store, User Feedback, Customer Engagement, Solution Delivery, Product Management, System Implementation

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    AI CERTs

    Network and Security Optimization in Telecommunication

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Support Systems, Decision Intelligence, Operational Analysis, AI Security, Operational Efficiency, Business Intelligence, Workflow Management, AI Enablement, AI Integrations, Business Process Automation, Cyber Governance, System Monitoring, Infrastructure Security, Process Optimization, AI literacy, Network Security, Network Infrastructure

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Skillshare

    Advanced Videography: Commercial Filmmaking Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Video Editing, Videography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Cinematography, Post-Production, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Apple Certified Support Professional macOS 11: Packt
  • Engineering Probability and Statistics Part 1: Northeastern University
  • Web Hacking Expert - Full-Stack Exploitation Mastery: Packt
  • Salesforce Security and Automation: LearnKartS
  • Core WordPress Development Concepts: Packt
  • Modern Java - Mastering Features from Java 8 to Java 25: Packt
  • Web Development Foundations: Packt
  • Introduction to AI for customer care professionals: AI Business School
  • Advanced Ruby Programming and Object-Oriented Design: Packt
  • Platform Product Management: University of Maryland, College Park

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