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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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    Coursera

    Interaction Intelligence: Advanced Prototyping with Figma

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Figma (Design Software), Prototyping, Interactive Design, User Interface (UI), Interaction Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, UI Components, User Experience Design, User Experience, User Flows, Animations

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Mastering Scrum: Apply, Evaluate & Lead Agile Success

    Skills you'll gain: Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Retrospectives, Team Building, Sprint Planning, Agile Project Management, Agile Software Development, Scaled Agile Framework, Team Management, Agile Methodology, Team Oriented, Agile Product Development, Backlogs, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Meeting Facilitation, Continuous Improvement Process, Product Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Discussion Facilitation, Prioritization

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    AI-Powered Data Analysis with Microsoft Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Data Cleansing, Microsoft Excel, AI Workflows, Microsoft PowerPoint, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Personalization, Excel Formulas, Data Architecture, Excel Macros, Generative AI, Microsoft Windows

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Data Management with SQL

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, Database Development, Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Management Systems, Query Languages, Performance Tuning, Data Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner CLF-C02

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Amazon Web Services, Cloud Security, Cloud-Native Computing, Amazon S3, Network Architecture, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Storage, Cloud Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Integration, IT Automation, Virtual Networking, Cloud Solutions, Network Planning And Design, Data Storage, Cloud Platforms, AWS CloudFormation

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Solidity In-Depth: Arrays, Mappings, and Advanced Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mapping, Data Structures, Blockchain, Programming Principles, Data Management, Secure Coding, Cryptography

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Adobe

    Build Creative Concepts for Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: AI powered creativity, Visual Storytelling, Ideation, Adobe Firefly, Target Audience, Creative Problem-Solving, Conceptual Design, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Creativity, Communication, Design Thinking, Visual Design, Entrepreneurship, Value Propositions, Generative AI, Prototyping, Problem Solving, Adobe Creative Cloud, Market Opportunities

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Analytics Engineering Workflows with dbt

    Skills you'll gain: Data Quality, SQL, YAML, Data Pipelines, Data Validation, CI/CD, Data Modeling, Collaborative Software, Data Transformation, Data Integrity, Code Reusability, Dependency Analysis, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Technical Documentation, Testability, Metadata Management, Maintainability, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Creo Incubator

    Strategic Leadership: Influence & Thought Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Content Creation, Influencing, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Awareness, Content Marketing, Cultural Sensitivity, Leadership, Social Media Content, Content Strategy, Leadership Development, Professional Networking, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Team Leadership, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    SwiftUI & Node.JS FullStack - Build Twitter - iOS 16

    Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Node.JS, User Interface (UI), Restful API, Frontend Integration, Back-End Web Development, User Interface (UI) Design, User Accounts, Server Side, Swift Programming, Object-Relational Mapping, Web Development Tools, JavaScript Frameworks, Secure Coding, Data Store, Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, iOS Development, UI Components, Authentications

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    AI & Data Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Relationship Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Power BI, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Dashboard Creation, AI Personalization, Customer experience improvement, Microsoft Copilot, Customer Data Management, Customer Service, Personalized Service, Analytical Skills, Data Validation, Data Analysis, AI Integrations, Data Integrity, Performance Analysis, Data Quality, Customer Communications Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Getting Started with AWS Systems Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Security Controls, Cloud Security, Cloud Management, Security Management, System Monitoring, Managed Services, Infrastructure Architecture, Control Panels, Service Management, Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Interaction Intelligence: Advanced Prototyping with Figma: Coursera
  • Mastering Scrum: Apply, Evaluate & Lead Agile Success: EDUCBA
  • AI-Powered Data Analysis with Microsoft Copilot: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Data Management with SQL: Packt
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner CLF-C02: Packt
  • Solidity In-Depth: Arrays, Mappings, and Advanced Structures: Packt
  • Build Creative Concepts for Real Projects: Adobe
  • Analytics Engineering Workflows with dbt: Edureka
  • Strategic Leadership: Influence & Thought Leadership: Creo Incubator
  • SwiftUI & Node.JS FullStack - Build Twitter - iOS 16: Packt

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