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.

Skills you'll gain: Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Science, Computer Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Delegation Skills, Team Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Team Leadership, Performance Management, People Management, Leadership and Management, Team Management, Leadership, Leadership Development, Relationship Management, Composure, Accountability Frameworks, Team Building, Talent Management, Mentorship, Coaching, Decision Making, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: System Monitoring, Data Quality, Performance Tuning, Apache Spark, Data Validation, Data Pipelines, Query Languages, Debugging, Data Transformation, Anomaly Detection, PySpark, Performance Analysis, Extract, Transform, Load, Failure Analysis, SQL, Data Architecture, Data Processing, Benchmarking, Root Cause Analysis, Distributed Computing
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, LLM Application, AI Integrations, Model Deployment, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud API, Memory Management, Model Optimization, Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Data Persistence
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Agentic Workflows, Tool Calling, Agentic systems, AI Workflows, Google Gemini, AI Orchestration, Server Side, Gemini, Generative AI Agents, AI Integrations, Back-End Web Development, LLM Application, OpenAI API, Node.JS, Large Language Modeling, Web Development, PostgreSQL, Data Processing, Data Modeling, Javascript
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Web Design and Development, Web Development, Cloud Deployment, Web Development Tools, Application Deployment, Cloud Hosting, Web Content, Rust (Programming Language), Content Management, Information Architecture, Cloud Computing, Linux, Software Installation
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Vector Databases, Web Design and Development, AI Personalization, Web Development, Web Applications, HTML and CSS, Natural Language Processing, Data Store, Javascript, Database Management, Database Development, LLM Application, Real Time Data
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Selenium (Software), Test Script Development, Unit Testing, Test Case, Software Testing, Test Execution Engine, Test Data, Apache Maven, Automation, Java, Maintainability, Code Reusability, Extensible Markup Language (XML)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, GitHub Copilot, AI Workflows, Generative AI, AI Integrations, Software Design, API Design, AI Security, Software Development, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, People Management, Trustworthiness, Performance Management, People Development, Coaching, Staff Management, Leadership Studies, Personal Integrity, Leadership, Business Leadership, Influencing, Goal Setting, Communication, Accountability, Organizational Strategy, Decision Making
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Business Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Customer Analysis, Business Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Strategic Planning, Business, Leadership and Management, Stakeholder Management, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Partnership
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Decision Making, Investment Management, Conflict Management, Compliance Management, Financial Reporting, Performance Reporting, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Accountability, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months