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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

    Python Course for Data Analysis - Become Data Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Scatter Plots, Programming Principles, Numerical Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    HR Systems, Analytics and Performance Tools

    Skills you'll gain: HR Tech, Human Resources Software, People Analytics, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Human Resource Strategy, Human Resource Management, Employee Performance Management, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Workflow Management, Workforce Management, Performance Appraisal, Performance Management, Performance Measurement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Employee Training, Payroll Systems, Training and Development, Automation, Payroll Processing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Introduction to jQuery and Basic Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: jQuery, Javascript and jQuery, Event-Driven Programming, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development Tools, JavaScript Frameworks, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Javascript, Data Validation, Development Environment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Mastering PostgreSQL 17

    Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, Operational Databases, SQL, Database Management, Transaction Processing, Data Maintenance, Database Systems, Stored Procedure, Performance Tuning, Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Query Languages, Data Migration, PL/SQL, Relational Databases, Data Management, Database Development, JSON, Database Management Systems, Operating System Administration

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Process Improvement and Fix Failures

    Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Case Studies, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Problem Management, Root Cause Analysis, Incident Management, Document Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Create and Edit a Pinterest Ad Account

    Skills you'll gain: Pinterest, User Accounts, Social Media Management, Social Media, Account Management, User Provisioning, Advertising, Information Privacy, Branding, System Configuration, Payment Processing

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • N

    Northeastern University

    User Experience Design and Testing Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Strategy, Experience Design, Design Strategies, Design Elements And Principles, Storyboarding

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Target Lists with Segmentation

    Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Target Audience, Performance Analysis, Data-Driven Marketing, Return On Investment, Customer Analysis, Marketing Effectiveness, Performance Review, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Strategic Marketing, Data Integration, Lead Generation, Customer Engagement, Consumer Behaviour, Continuous Improvement Process

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Deploy, Evaluate and Create AI Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Continuous Deployment, Containerization, Docker (Software), DevOps, Release Management, Version Control, Continuous Delivery, Dependency Analysis, Performance Tuning, Performance Testing, Package and Software Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Metric, Application Performance Management, Application Development, Cost Benefit Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Observability Engineering: Metrics, Logs, and Traces

    Skills you'll gain: Grafana, Prometheus (Software), Site Reliability Engineering, System Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Devops Tools, Reliability, Kubernetes, Continuous Monitoring, Distributed Computing, Dashboard Creation, Anomaly Detection, Performance Metric, Service Level, Microservices, Systems Analysis, Performance Analysis, Issue Tracking, Incident Response, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    SonarQube Mastery: Continuous Code Inspection & Security

    Skills you'll gain: SonarQube, Continuous Integration, Code Coverage, Code Review, Vulnerability, Security Testing, CI/CD, Secure Coding, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Continuous Delivery, DevSecOps, Software Quality Assurance, Maintainability, Vulnerability Management, Software Technical Review, Security Management, Data Integration, Quality Improvement, Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Next Level Time Management 2026 – Focus & Productivity

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Delegation Skills, Time Management, Calendar Management, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Prioritization, Organizational Skills, Growth Mindedness, AI literacy, Personal Development, Scheduling, AI Enablement, Mental Concentration, Journals, Adaptability, Habit Formation, Goal Setting

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Python Course for Data Analysis - Become Data Analyst: Packt
  • HR Systems, Analytics and Performance Tools: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to jQuery and Basic Concepts: Packt
  • Mastering PostgreSQL 17: Packt
  • Process Improvement and Fix Failures: Coursera
  • Create and Edit a Pinterest Ad Account: Coursera
  • User Experience Design and Testing Part 1: Northeastern University
  • Target Lists with Segmentation: Coursera
  • Deploy, Evaluate and Create AI Systems: Coursera
  • Observability Engineering: Metrics, Logs, and Traces: Edureka

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