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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


  • B

    Board Infinity

    Mindfulness at Work: Enhancing Focus and Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mindfulness, Personal Development, Mental Concentration, Emotional Intelligence, Team Collaboration, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Composure, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Resilience, Communication, Initiative and Leadership, Productivity, Professional Development, Organizational Development, Culture Transformation, Organizational Change, Habit Formation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Skillshare

    Learn Non-Scary Adobe After Effects: Masking & Motion Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe After Effects, Motion Graphics, Animations, Video Editing, Post-Production, Computer Graphic Techniques, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Digital Design, Media Production, Design Software

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Introduction to Python and Google Colab Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Scripting, Scripting Languages, Computational Logic, Jupyter

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, General Networking, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Endpoint Security, Infrastructure Security, Network Routing, Threat Detection, Computer Security, Network Administration, Firewall, Endpoint Detection and Response, Wireless Networks, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Service Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Operationalizing ML Models: MLOps for Scalable AI

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, CI/CD, Continuous Deployment, Docker (Software), Kubernetes, Model Training, Containerization, AI Workflows, Model Optimization, Scalability, Devops Tools, DevOps, Continuous Monitoring

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    How To Ask Great Sales Questions That Lead To Closing

    Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Consultative Selling, Closing (Sales), Selling Techniques, Active Listening, Sales, General Sales Practices, Sales Process, Cultural Responsiveness, Consultative Approaches, Rapport Building, Intercultural Competence, Prospecting and Qualification, Cultural Sensitivity, Decision Making

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Managing Hybrid & AI-Augmented Teams: The Future of Work

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, AI Enablement, Leadership Studies, AI Workflows, Organizational Leadership, AI Integrations, Team Leadership, Management Training And Development, AI literacy, Business Ethics, Innovation, Collaborative Software, Team Collaboration, Team Performance Management, Virtual Teams, Telecommuting, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Collaboration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Creo Incubator

    The Entrepreneurial Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Go To Market Strategy, Ideation, Growth Strategies, Entrepreneurial Finance, Entrepreneurship, Branding, Market Share, Market Analysis, Brand Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Financial Forecasting, Product Marketing, Creative Problem-Solving, Business Valuation, Marketing Planning, Sales, Fundraising, Business Planning, Mergers & Acquisitions, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Building Champions: Applied Sport Training for Football

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Analysis, Sports Medicine, Athletic Training, Patient Evaluation, Exercise Science, Injury Prevention, Laboratory Testing, Medical Telemetry, Performance Reporting, Health Informatics, Rehabilitation, Coaching, Health Technology, Diagnostic Tests, Load Balancing, Clinical Assessment, Decision Support Systems, Data Integration, Global Positioning Systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Defining AI for Social Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Artificial Intelligence, Research Reports, Socioeconomics, Environmental Monitoring

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Backlog Mastery, Product Ownership, and Industry Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, Agile Product Development, Product Roadmaps, Stakeholder Communications, Release Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Agile Project Management, User Story, Stakeholder Management, Initiative and Leadership, Agile Methodology, Innovation, Continuous Deployment, CI/CD, Collaborative Software, Business Planning, Timelines, Product Development, Prioritization, Scope Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Cybersecurity Prevention and Detection: Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, IT Security Architecture, Security Architecture Review, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Operations, Data Security, Security Controls, Threat Management, Security Strategy, Vulnerability Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Integrity

    Beginner · 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

  • Mindfulness at Work: Enhancing Focus and Well-Being: Board Infinity
  • Learn Non-Scary Adobe After Effects: Masking & Motion Basics: Skillshare
  • Introduction to Python and Google Colab Fundamentals: Packt
  • Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Packt
  • Operationalizing ML Models: MLOps for Scalable AI: Coursera
  • How To Ask Great Sales Questions That Lead To Closing: Alex Genadinik
  • Managing Hybrid & AI-Augmented Teams: The Future of Work: Coursera
  • The Entrepreneurial Toolkit: Creo Incubator
  • Building Champions: Applied Sport Training for Football: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • Defining AI for Social Impact: University of Michigan

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