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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

    Coordinate Patient Care: Referrals and Follow-ups

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Coordination, Care Coordination, Follow Through, Patient Registration, Setting Appointments, Care Management, Medical Records, Record Keeping

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    RESTful API with Rust: Build a Game Map Server

    Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Restful API, Rust (Programming Language), Application Programming Interface (API), Build Tools, Package and Software Management, OS Process Management, Video Game Development, Server Side, Web Development, Program Development, Programming Principles, TCP/IP

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • A

    Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

    Demystifying GenAI: Concepts and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, AI literacy, AI powered creativity, Case Studies, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Node.js Mastery: Streams, Patterns & High-Performance Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Software Design Patterns, Node.JS, Distributed Computing, Dataflow, Data Pipelines, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Software Architecture, Performance Tuning, Live Streaming, Real Time Data, Systems Architecture, File I/O, Javascript, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Systems Design, Code Reusability, Maintainability

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Deployment, MLOps, and Generative AI in Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Generative Model Architectures, Model Deployment, Azure DevOps Pipelines, Large Language Modeling, Model Training, Cloud Deployment, CI/CD, Fine-tuning

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    English for Technology and the Environment

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Environmental Issue, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Grammar, Language Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Packt

    Data Structures & Algorithms in Java + 150 Leetcode Problems

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Game Theory, Java, Java Programming, Programming Principles, Performance Tuning, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Software Design Patterns, Problem Solving, Solution Design, Applied Mathematics, Geometry

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Perspectives in Digital Transformation: Manufacturing

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Production Process, Manufacturing Operations, digital literacy, Manufacturing and Production, Sustainable Technologies, Business Transformation, Sustainable Development, Manufacturing Processes, Sustainable Business, Operational Efficiency, Business Technologies, Corporate Sustainability, Technology Roadmaps, Needs Assessment, Technology Solutions, Market Opportunities

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Foundations of Tricentis Tosca Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Test Case, Test Automation, Test Tools, Continuous Integration, Test Data, Functional Testing, Test Execution Engine, CI/CD, Software Testing, Code Reusability, Maintainability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Coordinate Patient Care: Referrals and Follow-ups: Coursera
  • RESTful API with Rust: Build a Game Map Server: Coursera
  • Demystifying GenAI: Concepts and Applications: Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute
  • Node.js Mastery: Streams, Patterns & High-Performance Apps: Packt
  • Advanced Deployment, MLOps, and Generative AI in Azure: Packt
  • English for Technology and the Environment: Arizona State University
  • Data Structures & Algorithms in Java + 150 Leetcode Problems: Packt
  • Next Level Time Management 2026 – Focus & Productivity: Packt
  • Perspectives in Digital Transformation: Manufacturing: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Foundations of Tricentis Tosca Automation: Coursera

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