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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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    Whizlabs

    Azure ML: Deploying, Managing, and Experimenting with Models

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Responsible AI, Microsoft Azure, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Management, Model Optimization, Cloud Management, Model Training, Cloud Deployment, Data Store, Data Strategy, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Scalability, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Algorithms

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Fundamentals of Gen AI Change Management

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Generative AI, AI literacy, Business Transformation, AI Enablement, Culture Transformation, AI Workflows, Business Process Modeling, AI Integrations, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Improvement, Business Process Automation, LLM Application, Business Process, Process Design, Process Mapping, Process Optimization, Process Control, Process Engineering

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Honors Algebra 2: Algebraic, Exponential & Log Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Graphing, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Predictive Modeling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Database, Big Data, and DevOps Services in GCP

    Skills you'll gain: Site Reliability Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Dataflow, Kubernetes, Real Time Data, Database Management, Big Data, Database Management Systems, CI/CD, Performance Tuning, Continuous Deployment, Data Pipelines, Databases, Cloud Engineering, Relational Databases, Containerization, Application Deployment, Data Processing, DevOps, Software Architecture

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Learn Express.js

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Frameworks, Server Side, Web Applications, Web Servers, Secure Coding, Restful API, Middleware, API Design, Real Time Data, Code Reusability, Maintainability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Solidity Advanced: Secure Smart Contracts & DApp Development

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Secure Coding, Application Security, Security Engineering, Web Development Tools, Software Design Patterns, Exploit development, Web Applications, Application Development, Code Reusability, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Software Architecture, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Transaction Processing, Scalability, Memory Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Advanced Quality and Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Assurance, Software Quality Assurance, Test Tools, Test Planning, Test Case, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Test Automation, Continuous Integration, Code Coverage, DevOps, Software Testing, Agile Methodology, Risk Management, Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Microsoft Azure For .NET Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Virtual Machines, Cloud Hosting, .NET Framework, Cloud Deployment, Kubernetes, Cloud Infrastructure, Docker (Software), Cloud Development, Cloud Applications, Microsoft Development Tools, Containerization, Microsoft SQL Servers, Application Deployment, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Database Application, Active Directory, Microsoft Visual Studio

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Simplilearn

    Generative AI Course in Software Building

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Software Development Tools, Code Review, AI Workflows, Application Development, Application Design, Maintainability, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Software Technical Review, Artificial Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    DeepSeek Essentials: From Foundations to Real-World Use

    Skills you'll gain: Deepseek, DeepSeek API, Hugging Face, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, AI Personalization, ChatGPT, Deep Learning, Open Source Technology, AI literacy, Model Deployment, AI Integrations, Applied Machine Learning, Application Programming Interface (API), Business Process Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    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, Asset Protection, Case Law, Legal Strategy, Creativity, Lawsuits, Legal Proceedings, Litigation and Civil Justice, Emerging Technologies, Contract Management, Appeals, Music

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Prevention of Harassment in the Workplace: US

    Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Labor Compliance, Compliance Reporting, Compliance Training, Compliance Management, Accountability, Interactive Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Azure ML: Deploying, Managing, and Experimenting with Models: Whizlabs
  • Fundamentals of Gen AI Change Management: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Honors Algebra 2: Algebraic, Exponential & Log Functions: Johns Hopkins University
  • Database, Big Data, and DevOps Services in GCP: LearnKartS
  • Learn Express.js: Scrimba
  • Solidity Advanced: Secure Smart Contracts & DApp Development: Packt
  • Advanced Quality and Capstone Project: Board Infinity
  • Microsoft Azure For .NET Developers: Packt
  • Generative AI Course in Software Building: Simplilearn
  • DeepSeek Essentials: From Foundations to Real-World Use: Board Infinity

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