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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

    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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    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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    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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    University of Miami

    Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Materials science, Automation, Manufacturing and Production, Emerging Technologies, Biomedical Technology, Prototyping

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Data Storytelling for Data Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Visualization Software, Presentations, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Brand Positioning and Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Brand Strategy, Brand Marketing, Target Audience, Branding, Brand Awareness, Brand Management, Target Market, Brand Loyalty, Strategic Marketing, Market Analysis, Marketing Strategies, Value Propositions, Strategic Communication, Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Planning, Gap Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Consumer Behaviour

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    The Ultimate Hands-On Hadoop

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Real Time Data, Apache Spark, Apache Kafka, Data Integration, AWS Kinesis, Apache Hive, Data Pipelines, Big Data, Applied Machine Learning, Systems Design, System Design and Implementation, Distributed Computing, Query Languages, Data Processing, NoSQL, MongoDB, Data Import/Export, SQL, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Simplilearn

    Master Agile Scrum with Specialization Certification

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Backlogs, Scaled Agile Framework, Project Estimation, Sprint Planning, Agile Project Management, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Methodology, Stakeholder Communications, Team Building, Agile Product Development, Jira (Software), Estimation, Planning, Project Management, Kanban Principles, Product Management, Prioritization

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Optimizing and Governing AI Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Responsible AI, Risking, Data Ethics, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, System Monitoring, Model Evaluation, Compliance Management, Technology Roadmaps, Governance, Operational Analysis, Prompt Engineering, Machine Learning, Risk Management, Generative AI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Cross-Functional Collaboration

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Hadoop & Big Data Foundations Mastery Course

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Hive, Apache Mahout, NoSQL, Apache Hadoop, Extract, Transform, Load, Big Data, Data Warehousing, Data Pipelines, Data Infrastructure, Application Deployment, Databases, SQL, Applied Machine Learning, Database Development, Performance Tuning, Data Processing, File Systems, Real Time Data, Query Languages, Database Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Skillshare

    Do What You Love - An Introduction To Ikigai

    Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Positivity, Growth Mindedness, Optimism, Lifelong Learning, Intercultural Competence, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Program Design and Evaluation

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Project Design, Program Standards, Public Policies, Program Implementation, Program Development, Resource Allocation, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Resource Management, Governance, Needs Assessment, Coordination, Stakeholder Engagement

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

  • Analyze Rosters: Clinic Scheduling Issues: Coursera
  • AWS: Monitoring, Logging and Governance: Whizlabs
  • TikTok Monetization: Collaborate with Brands: Coursera
  • Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals: University of Miami
  • Data Storytelling for Data Professionals: Packt
  • Brand Positioning and Strategy: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • The Ultimate Hands-On Hadoop: Packt
  • Master Agile Scrum with Specialization Certification: Simplilearn
  • Optimizing and Governing AI Systems: Coursera
  • Hadoop & Big Data Foundations Mastery Course: EDUCBA

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