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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


  • E

    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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Introduction to Django

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Development Environment, Authentications, Model View Controller, Web Development, Secure Coding, Program Development, Software Installation, Application Frameworks, Integrated Development Environments, System Configuration, Application Deployment, Database Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    NIIT

    Building Navigational Workflows Using React

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, Frontend Integration, Web Applications, Data Validation, Front-End Web Development, Verification And Validation, User Interface (UI) Design

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Audit Expenses: Comply, Explain, and Apply

    Skills you'll gain: Expense Management, Auditing, Accounting, Compliance Auditing, Compliance Management, General Accounting, Loss Prevention, Fraud detection, Decision Making, Document Management, Verification And Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Generative AI for leaders

    Skills you'll gain: AI Integrations, Responsible AI, Risk Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Operational Efficiency

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Pearson

    CompTIA Cloud CV0-003: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing

    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

    Vibe Coding with Cursor and Antigravity

    Skills you'll gain: Vibe coding, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Software Engineering, Integrated Development Environments, AI Workflows, Software Development, Application Development, Web Applications, UI Components, AI Enablement, Software Design, Code Review, Front-End Web Development, Development Testing, Web Development, Software Testing, Secure Coding, User Interface (UI) Design

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Coursera

    Grasp Vector DB Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Vector Databases, Embeddings, Semantic Web, Database Theory, Database Design, Databases, NoSQL, Decision Intelligence, Relational Databases, Stakeholder Communications, Business Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Technical Communication, Persuasive Communication, Communication, System Design and Implementation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Access Control and Survillence System

    Skills you'll gain: Low Voltage, Network Infrastructure, Telecommunications, Authentications, System Monitoring, Electrical Systems, Systems Design, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Systems Integration, Network Security, Electrical Equipment, Systems Architecture, Communication Systems, Electrical Safety

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Coursera

    Architect AI Systems: From Concept to Code

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Architecture, AI Workflows, Process Modeling, Model Based Systems Engineering, System Design and Implementation, Systems Analysis, Enterprise Modeling, Model Training, Diagram Design, Dataflow, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Requirements Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Packt

    Certified Mistake-Proofing (Poka-Yoke) Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Service Improvement, Business Process Automation, Quality Control, Quality Improvement, Process Validation, AI Enablement, AI Integrations, Accident Prevention, Case Studies, Automation, Workflow Management, Risk Mitigation, Continuous Monitoring, Operations

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Hadoop & Big Data Foundations Mastery Course: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Django: Pearson
  • Building Navigational Workflows Using React: NIIT
  • Audit Expenses: Comply, Explain, and Apply: Coursera
  • Generative AI for leaders: Packt
  • CompTIA Cloud CV0-003: Unit 1: Pearson
  • Deploy, Evaluate and Create AI Systems: Coursera
  • Vibe Coding with Cursor and Antigravity: Edureka
  • Grasp Vector DB Basics: Coursera
  • Access Control and Survillence System: L&T EduTech

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