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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


  • P

    Packt

    Beginning Security

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Secure Coding, Application Security, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Assessment, Web Applications, Threat Management, Security Awareness, Vulnerability Management, Encryption, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), PHP (Scripting Language)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Academic Background

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Business, Business Ethics, Governance, Systems Thinking, Events and Conferences, Climate Change Programs, Environmental Policy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Justice

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Board Infinity

    Transformers and NLP: Fine-Tuning Models with Hugging Face

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Fine-tuning, Model Optimization, Hugging Face, Model Deployment, Model Training, Transfer Learning, Natural Language Processing, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Large Language Modeling, Performance Tuning, LLM Application, Generative Model Architectures, Data Preprocessing, Data Pipelines, Version Control, Git (Version Control System)

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Packt

    Building Robust Node.js Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Restful API, Back-End Web Development, Object-Relational Mapping, Web Development, Authentications, Web Applications, Web Services, Unit Testing, Authorization (Computing), Databases, Data Validation, TypeScript, SQL, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Debugging, Data Cleansing, Middleware, HTML and CSS, Javascript

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Coursera

    OutSystems Fundamentals Create Your First Web App

    Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, No-Code Development, Application Development, Web Applications, Data Modeling, Responsive Web Design, Application Design, Web Design and Development, User Interface (UI), Application Lifecycle Management, Process Driven Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Software Visualization, UI Components, Business Logic, Data Integration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Splunk Administration: Configure & Optimize Data

    Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Security Controls, Data Pipelines, Data Infrastructure, Systems Administration, System Configuration, Identity and Access Management, Dataflow, Configuration Management, Debugging, Information Architecture, Performance Tuning, Enterprise Architecture, Distributed Computing, Data Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Salesforce Agentforce: Multi-Agent Systems & Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Salesforce, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, AI Integrations, Agentic systems, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Coordinating, AI Security, Coordination, Software Testing, Performance Testing, Enterprise Architecture, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Model Evaluation, Application Lifecycle Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Capital Adequacy, Stress Scenarios, and Financial Resilience

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Modeling, Risk Management, Bank Regulations, Financial Regulations, Operational Risk, Risk Analysis, Supplier Risk Management, Hedge Accounting, Business Continuity, Financial Analysis, Financial Systems, Performance Stress Testing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    How to Become a Thought Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Concision, Digital Marketing Tools, Leadership Development, Digital Publishing, Content Strategy, Brand Awareness, Strategic Thinking, Owned Media, Earned Media, Knowledge Transfer, Ideation, Growth Strategies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Optimize LLM Costs & Streamline Processes

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Miro AI, Process Optimization, Lean Manufacturing, Collaborative Software, Process Improvement and Optimization, Productivity Software, Process Modeling, LLM Application, Process Analysis, Operating Cost, Business Workflow Analysis, AI Workflows, Cost Management, Waste Minimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Proposal Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • W

    Whizlabs

    Microsoft Advanced Security, Compliance, and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Intune (Mobile Device Management Software), Microsoft 365, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Patch Management, Data Governance, Information Management, Endpoint Detection and Response, AI Security, Data Management, Endpoint Security, Compliance Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Investigation, Data Security, Threat Management, Litigation Support, Regulatory Requirements, Regulatory Compliance, Security Controls

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Coursera

    Optimize Deep Learning Models for Peak AI

    Skills you'll gain: Fine-tuning, Model Optimization, Model Training, Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Performance Tuning, Performance Improvement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Performance Analysis

    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

  • Beginning Security: Packt
  • Academic Background: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • Transformers and NLP: Fine-Tuning Models with Hugging Face: Board Infinity
  • Building Robust Node.js Applications: Packt
  • OutSystems Fundamentals Create Your First Web App: Coursera
  • Splunk Administration: Configure & Optimize Data: EDUCBA
  • Salesforce Agentforce: Multi-Agent Systems & Exam Prep: Edureka
  • Capital Adequacy, Stress Scenarios, and Financial Resilience: EDUCBA
  • How to Become a Thought Leader: Packt
  • Optimize LLM Costs & Streamline Processes: Coursera

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