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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


  • 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
  • E

    Edureka

    Fine-Tuning & Optimizing Large Language Models

    Skills you'll gain: Fine-tuning, Model Evaluation, Context Engineering, LLM Application, Token Optimization, Large Language Modeling, Hugging Face, Transfer Learning, Model Optimization, Model Training, Context Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Data Streaming and NLP with PySpark

    Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Data Pipelines, Apache Spark, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Processing, Real Time Data, Natural Language Processing, Distributed Computing, Deep Learning, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    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
  • C

    Coursera

    Open Source Observability Stack Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Prometheus (Software), Grafana, Devops Tools, System Monitoring, Kubernetes, Service Level, Site Reliability Engineering, Application Performance Management, Event Monitoring, Open Source Technology, Dashboard Creation, Docker (Software), Data Pipelines, Query Languages

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    NLP – Embeddings & Text Preprocessing in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Embeddings, Text Mining, Deep Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Development Environment, Software Installation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    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
  • C

    Coursera

    Automation & AI Integration

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Workflow Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Process Optimization, Process Analysis, Generative AI, Scripting, Return On Investment, AI Workflows, Slack (Software), Scripting Languages, Automation, Performance Measurement, Project Management Software, Business Process Automation, Performance Reporting, AI Integrations, Management Reporting, Project Management, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Packt

    vCenter Server and Network/Storage Configuration

    Skills you'll gain: vSphere Networking and Storage, vCenter Server Management, VMware vSAN, vCenter Server, Virtual Networking, iSCSI Configuration, vSphere DRS & HA, Virtual Machines, Network Monitoring, Network Performance Management, Data Storage Technologies, Network Security, Data Storage, Network Switches, File Systems, Data Store, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Access Control and Survillence System: L&T EduTech
  • Fine-Tuning & Optimizing Large Language Models: Edureka
  • Data Streaming and NLP with PySpark: Edureka
  • RESTful API with Rust: Build a Game Map Server: Coursera
  • Demystifying GenAI: Concepts and Applications: Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute
  • Open Source Observability Stack Essentials: Coursera
  • NLP – Embeddings & Text Preprocessing in Python: Packt
  • Node.js Mastery: Streams, Patterns & High-Performance Apps: Packt
  • Advanced Deployment, MLOps, and Generative AI in Azure: Packt
  • Automation & AI Integration: Coursera

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