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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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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Digital Marketing Tools: Machine Learning and AI

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Apache Hadoop, Machine Learning Methods, AI Personalization, Digital Marketing Tools, Data-Driven Marketing, Customer Analysis, Marketing Automation, Marketing Analytics, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Applied Machine Learning, Big Data, Marketing, Customer Insights, Personalized Campaigns, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Algorithms, Deep Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    AI Agent Orchestration and Scaling

    Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, Model Deployment, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, AI Integrations, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Product Support, Memory Management

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Getting Started in Port Scanning Using Nmap and Kali Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Network Security, Penetration Testing, Configuration Management, Hardening, Network Monitoring, Firewall, Linux Commands, Linux Servers, Servers, Command-Line Interface, Network Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Elasticsearch Operations and Cloud Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Management, System Monitoring, Scalability, Cloud Computing, Performance Tuning, Application Lifecycle Management, Dashboard Creation, Security Controls, Data Maintenance

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Intermediate 3D Modelling and Game Asset Creation

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, 3D Assets, 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Video Game Development, Model Optimization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), File Management, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphical Tools, Data Import/Export, Image Quality

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Scrum Fundamentals and Industry Planning Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Methodology, Backlogs, Agile Project Management, Estimation, Capacity Planning, Project Estimation, Coordinating, Meeting Facilitation, Dependency Analysis, Goal Setting, Capacity Management, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Collaboration, Stakeholder Management, Team Building, Risk Mitigation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    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)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Introduction and Rust Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), OpenAI API, Package and Software Management, Memory Management, Development Environment, Large Language Modeling, Unit Testing, Software Documentation, Computer Programming, Software Installation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Invoice Processing: From Receipt to Routing

    Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable, Invoicing, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Billing & Invoicing, Vendor Relationship Management, Payment Processing and Collection, Vendor Management, Process Flow Diagrams, Process Mapping, Workflow Management, Payment Processing, Accounting and Finance Software, Accounting, Standard Accounting Practices, Business Process Automation, Data Entry

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Advanced TypeScript with OOP

    Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Software Design, Computer Programming, Software Architecture, Code Reusability, Debugging, Maintainability, Software Development, Javascript, Web Development Tools, Web Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Fundamentals of Unity Android Game Development

    Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Android (Operating System), Unity Engine, User Interface (UI), Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Mobile Development, Game Design, 3D Assets, Program Development, Graphics Software, Computer Graphics, Animations, Application Deployment, C# (Programming Language), Scripting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    CSS UI Effects: Shadows, Gradients & Animations

    Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, User Interface (UI), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Browser Compatibility, Web Design, Responsive Web Design, Usability, Animations, Web Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Digital Marketing Tools: Machine Learning and AI: University of Maryland, College Park
  • AI Agent Orchestration and Scaling: Edureka
  • Getting Started in Port Scanning Using Nmap and Kali Linux: Packt
  • Advanced Elasticsearch Operations and Cloud Deployment: Packt
  • Intermediate 3D Modelling and Game Asset Creation: Packt
  • Scrum Fundamentals and Industry Planning Techniques: Board Infinity
  • Azure Practical - Developing Your Applications: EDUCBA
  • Introduction and Rust Basics: Packt
  • Invoice Processing: From Receipt to Routing: Coursera
  • Advanced TypeScript with OOP: Edureka

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