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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

    UE5: Beginner’s Guide to Building a 3D Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, 3D Assets, Cinematography, Virtual Environment, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Animations, Post-Production, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Image Quality, Visual Storytelling, Fine-tuning, Video Production, User Interface (UI), Scalability, Development Environment, Performance Tuning, Game Design, Simulations, Design

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    EDUCBA

    XHTML - Server Side Programming with PHP

    Skills you'll gain: PHP (Scripting Language), Web Applications, Server Side, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, Web Servers, Scripting, Web Frameworks, Scripting Languages, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Software Installation

    4.4 stars, 10 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Coursera

    Clinic Admin: Phones, Mail, Records

    Skills you'll gain: Record Keeping, Medical Office Procedures, Records Management, Medical Records, Document Management, Health Information Management, Medical Privacy, File Management, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Patient Communication, Telecommunications, File Systems, Clinical Documentation, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Quality Assurance, Information Privacy, Regulatory Compliance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Coursera

    QuickBooks: Record, Classify, & Report Expenses

    Skills you'll gain: QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Expense Reports, Expense Management, Accounting Software, Bookkeeping, Accounting Records, Accounting Systems, Record Keeping, Accounting, Small Business Accounting, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Transaction Processing, Financial Accounting, General Accounting, Cash Receipts, Financial Data, Financial Reporting, Data Entry

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    The Complete Python and Data Science Bootcamp

    Skills you'll gain: Plotly, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), NumPy, Matplotlib, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Pandas (Python Package), Plot (Graphics), Data Structures, Unit Testing, Python Programming, File I/O, Data Visualization Software, Algorithms, Interactive Data Visualization, Machine Learning Methods, Test Case, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Code Reusability

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Simplilearn

    Azure Cloud Computing Training for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Azure Active Directory, Virtual Machines, Azure DevOps, Azure DevOps Pipelines, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, DevOps, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Integration, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Platforms, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Development, Cloud Technologies, Identity and Access Management, Virtual Networking, Devops Tools, Network Planning And Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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    Packt

    Security Architecture & Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Identity and Access Management, IT Security Architecture, Incident Response, Security Controls, Endpoint Security, Threat Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Computing Architecture, Incident Management, Endpoint Detection and Response, DevSecOps, Cloud Computing, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Event Monitoring, Network Administration, Security Management, Data Security, Infrastructure Security, Mobile Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Coursera

    Measure and Monitor Brand Presence Online

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Automation, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Lead Generation, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Brand Awareness, Sales Pipelines, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Acquisition Management, Marketing Effectiveness, Branding, Performance Analysis, Social Media Analytics, Social Media Management, Brand Management, Performance Measurement, Data Capture, Continuous Monitoring, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Research

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Coursera

    Motiff for Beginners: Crafting Simple UI Designs

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Web Design, Adobe XD, Usability, Wireframing, Figma (Design Software), AI powered creativity, Responsive Web Design, Usability Testing, Design, AI Workflows, Design Software, AI Integrations, Prototyping, Scalability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    ASP.NET Core - SOLID and Clean Architecture (.NET 5 and Up)

    Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, .NET Framework, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Maintainability, Software Architecture, Object Oriented Design, C# (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, Application Programming Interface (API), UI Components, API Design, Application Frameworks, Restful API, Development Testing, User Interface (UI), Object-Relational Mapping, Debugging, Unit Testing, Web Design and Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Deep Dive into iOS & SwiftUI: 80-Hour Project Course

    Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Swift Programming, Apple iOS, Core Data (Software), Interactive Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Data Persistence, Test Driven Development (TDD), Mobile Development, Application Design, Application Deployment, Animation and Game Design, Plot (Graphics), User Interface (UI), UI Components, Machine Learning Software, Software Architecture, Performance Tuning, Code Reusability, Data Integration

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    EDUCBA

    XML XSD

    Skills you'll gain: Extensible Markup Language (XML), Extensible Languages and XML, Data Validation, Interoperability, Data Integrity, Data Mapping

    4.4 stars, 22 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (22) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular back end courses

  • UE5: Beginner’s Guide to Building a 3D Environment: Packt
  • XHTML - Server Side Programming with PHP: EDUCBA
  • Clinic Admin: Phones, Mail, Records: Coursera
  • QuickBooks: Record, Classify, & Report Expenses: Coursera
  • The Complete Python and Data Science Bootcamp: Packt
  • Azure Cloud Computing Training for Beginners: Simplilearn
  • Security Architecture & Operations: Packt
  • Measure and Monitor Brand Presence Online: Coursera
  • Motiff for Beginners: Crafting Simple UI Designs: Coursera
  • ASP.NET Core - SOLID and Clean Architecture (.NET 5 and Up): Packt

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