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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


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    Packt

    Hardware, Networking, and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, SQL, Hardware Architecture, General Networking, Database Design, Database Software, Hardware Troubleshooting, Networking Hardware, Database Theory, Databases, Database Management Systems, Computer Networking, Relational Databases, Network Support, Database Management, Network Protocols, Query Languages, Information Technology, Network Routers, Wireless Networks

    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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    Edureka

    Building No-code Apps using Amazon Honeycode

    Skills you'll gain: Application Design, User Interface (UI), Interactive Design, Workflow Management, Business Process Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Build Fast Websites with Astro

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, UI Components, Application Deployment, Data Import/Export, Code Reusability, Web Frameworks, Web Design and Development, Front-End Web Development, Web Development Tools, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Development, HTML and CSS, Frontend Performance, Content Management, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Application Frameworks, Javascript, File Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Simplilearn

    Supervised Learning Regression Classification Clustering

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Data Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Analytics, Logistic Regression, Random Forest Algorithm

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Cisco Certified Support Technician IT Support 100-140 Unit 6

    Skills you'll gain: Active Directory, Network Administration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Technical Support and Services, General Networking, Firewall, Microsoft Windows, Local Area Networks, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Mac OS, Group Policy, Network Infrastructure, TCP/IP, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing), Network Protocols, Multi-Factor Authentication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Master Photoshop CC: Apply Smart Selection & Design Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Typography, Color Matching, AI powered creativity, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphical Tools, Creative Design, Graphics Software

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    XML Practical - XSLT Files and Execution

    Skills you'll gain: Extensible Markup Language (XML), Extensible Languages and XML, Code Reusability, Data Import/Export, Data Mapping, Computational Logic

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    Packt

    Master Express Framework: Beginner to Advanced with Node.js

    Skills you'll gain: JavaScript Frameworks, Node.JS, Web Frameworks, Restful API, Web Development, Web Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Server Side, File Systems, Javascript, File I/O, Web Servers, Databases, Authentications, Middleware, Cryptography

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Financial Insights and Analysis with QUILL

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Financial Data, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Decision Intelligence, Workflow Management, Competitive Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Financial Statements, Text Mining, Market Intelligence, AI Integrations, Trend Analysis, Unstructured Data, Investment Management, Financial Market, Artificial Intelligence, Analysis, Natural Language Processing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    How to Write Emails and Engage Professors

    Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Research, Planning, Goal-Oriented, Professionalism, Resilience, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Resourcefulness, Problem Solving, Persistence, Persuasive Communication, Time Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Communication, Strategic Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Hadoop and Spark Fundamentals: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Data Lakes, Big Data, Linux Commands, Linux, File Systems, Data Management, Command-Line Interface, Data Processing, Software Installation, Distributed Computing, Scalability, System Configuration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Hardware, Networking, and Databases: Packt
  • AI Agent Orchestration and Scaling: Edureka
  • Building No-code Apps using Amazon Honeycode: Edureka
  • Build Fast Websites with Astro: Scrimba
  • Supervised Learning Regression Classification Clustering: Simplilearn
  • Cisco Certified Support Technician IT Support 100-140 Unit 6: Pearson
  • Master Photoshop CC: Apply Smart Selection & Design Tools: EDUCBA
  • XML Practical - XSLT Files and Execution: EDUCBA
  • Master Express Framework: Beginner to Advanced with Node.js: Packt
  • GenAI for Financial Insights and Analysis with QUILL: Coursera

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