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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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    Simplilearn

    Excel Data Analysis and DAX Essentials Course

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Processing, Data Presentation, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Manipulation, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Django (Python) Web Framework - The Comprehensive Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Restful API, Object-Relational Mapping, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Application Deployment, HTML and CSS, Model View Controller, Database Management, Web Development, User Accounts, Responsive Web Design, Cloud Deployment, Authentications, Back-End Web Development, Development Environment, Authorization (Computing), Python Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Whizlabs

    AWS: Monitoring, Logging and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon CloudWatch, Serverless Computing, Amazon Web Services, Application Deployment, AWS CloudFormation, Cloud Management, Cloud Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, Continuous Deployment, Application Performance Management, Cloud Applications, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), System Monitoring, Event Monitoring, IT General Controls (ITGC), Continuous Monitoring, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Data Security, Disaster Recovery

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Ansible From Basics to Guru

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Kubernetes, Virtual Machines, Devops Tools, Containerization, IT Automation, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Automation, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Amazon Web Services, File Management, Microsoft Azure, DevOps, Linux Servers, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), YAML, Windows Servers, Microsoft Windows, Network Administration, Web Servers

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Ansible Automation: From Fundamentals to Enterprise

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, IT Automation, YAML, Enterprise Architecture, DevSecOps, Scalability, CI/CD, Automation, Debugging, Scripting, Continuous Integration, Devops Tools, Configuration Management, Hardening, Enterprise Security, Development Environment, Verification And Validation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud-Based Integration, Patch Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Total Seminars

    Core Hardware — CPUs & Memory

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Hardware Troubleshooting, Hardware Architecture, Peripheral Devices, System Support, Safety Standards, System Configuration, Computer Systems, Computer Architecture, Memory Management, Microarchitecture, IT Infrastructure, Information Technology, IT Management, Computer Programming, IT Service Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Microsoft Copilot for Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Data Storytelling, Prompt Patterns, AI Orchestration, Data Presentation, Microsoft Excel, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Financial Forecasting, AI Workflows, Microsoft Copilot, Artificial Intelligence, Excel Formulas, Workflow Management, Data Manipulation, Business, Generative AI, Microsoft 365, Data Management, Interactive Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    XML Practical - XSLT and SVG Project

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphic Techniques, Scalability

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Foundations of Micro850 PLC Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Data Structures, Diagram Design, Dataflow, Program Development, Data Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Strategic Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Technical Product Management, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Agile Methodology, Agile Product Development, Product Development, Go To Market Strategy, Agile Software Development, New Product Development, Product Strategy, Data Visualization Software, Market Analysis, Technical Management, Product Marketing, Market Research, Customer Analysis, Target Market, Commercialization, Data Analysis Software

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Python Debugging Capstone Project: Fixing and Extending Code

    Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Wrangling, Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Procurement: From Specs to POs

    Skills you'll gain: Procurement, Order Processing, Order Entry, Operations, Supplier Relationship Management, Standard Operating Procedure, Material Requirements Planning, Contract Compliance, Business Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Excel Data Analysis and DAX Essentials Course: Simplilearn
  • Django (Python) Web Framework - The Comprehensive Guide: Packt
  • AWS: Monitoring, Logging and Governance: Whizlabs
  • Ansible From Basics to Guru: Pearson
  • Ansible Automation: From Fundamentals to Enterprise: Board Infinity
  • Core Hardware — CPUs & Memory: Total Seminars
  • Microsoft Copilot for Excel: SkillsBooster Academy
  • XML Practical - XSLT and SVG Project: EDUCBA
  • Foundations of Micro850 PLC Programming: Packt
  • Strategic Product Management: Board Infinity

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