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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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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    QoS for Newer Network Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Network Performance Management, Wireless Networks, Network Infrastructure, Virtual Networking, Wide Area Networks, Network Planning And Design, Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC), Local Area Networks, Network Protocols, Software-Defined Networking, Computer Networking, Service Level, Telecommunications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alex Genadinik

    On-Page SEO

    Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Search Engine Optimization, Copywriting, Content Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Web Content, Keyword Research, Content Creation, Digital Marketing Tools, Driving engagement, Generative AI

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Developing MCP-Powered Agentic AI Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, LangGraph, Agentic systems, Scalability, Interoperability, AI Integrations, Application Deployment, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), LangChain, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Google Gemini, Application Programming Interface (API), Python Programming, Performance Analysis

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Landscapes and Open World Creation

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Computer Graphic Techniques, Computer Graphics, Model Optimization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Video Game Development, Scalability, Performance Tuning, Graphical Tools

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Analyze Rosters: Clinic Scheduling Issues

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Office Procedures, Calendar Management, Scheduling, Patient Coordination, Patient Flow, Medical Terminology, Health Care Administration, Capacity Management, Quality Assurance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    TikTok Monetization: Collaborate with Brands

    Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Product Promotion, Content Strategy, Social Media Content, Direct Selling, Strategic Partnership, Revenue Management, Market Opportunities, Brand Marketing, Live Streaming

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Writing Clean Code: 20 Code Smells & How to Avoid Them

    Skills you'll gain: Maintainability, Code Reusability, Software Architecture, Software Design, Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Practical Generative AI with ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, OpenAI, Large Language Modeling, Multimodal Prompts, OpenAI API, LLM Application, AI powered creativity, AI Product Strategy, Creative Design, AI Integrations, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Responsible AI, A/B Testing, Time Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    GAAP & Double-Entry Bookkeeping

    Skills you'll gain: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Bookkeeping, Accruals, Accounting, Accounting Records, Balancing (Ledger/Billing), General Accounting, Regulatory Compliance, Revenue Recognition, Journals

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Healthcare: Transforming Personalized Care

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Medical Privacy, Clinical Documentation, Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Clinical Informatics, Patient-centered Care, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, AI Workflows, AI Personalization, Regulatory Compliance, Patient Flow, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Personally Identifiable Information, AI Integrations, Healthcare Ethics, Health Technology, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Innovation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Zoho Corporation

    Get Ready to Sell: Guided Projects and Portfolio Development

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Process, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Development, Sales Pipelines, General Sales Practices, Sales Presentations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Prospecting and Qualification, Interviewing Skills, Portfolio Management, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Jasper AI: Writing a Product Review Blog Post

    Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Driving engagement, Blogs, Copywriting, User Feedback, Writing, AI powered creativity, Writing and Editing, Business Research, Prompt Engineering, Content Creation, Editing, Digital Content

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • QoS for Newer Network Technologies: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • On-Page SEO: Alex Genadinik
  • Developing MCP-Powered Agentic AI Systems: Edureka
  • Landscapes and Open World Creation: Packt
  • Analyze Rosters: Clinic Scheduling Issues: Coursera
  • TikTok Monetization: Collaborate with Brands: Coursera
  • Writing Clean Code: 20 Code Smells & How to Avoid Them: Packt
  • Practical Generative AI with ChatGPT: Packt
  • GAAP & Double-Entry Bookkeeping: Coursera
  • GenAI for Healthcare: Transforming Personalized Care: Coursera

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