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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

    End-to-End ASP.NET Core - PostgreSQL Data Stores & Azure Services

    Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, .NET Framework, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Microsoft Azure, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Cloud Applications, Microsoft Development Tools, Full-Stack Web Development, User Interface (UI) Design, PostgreSQL, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Database Application, Object-Relational Mapping, Database Development, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Services, Data Migration, Database Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Analyze and Develop Core Personality Skills for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Tenacity, Relationship Building, Personal Attributes, Conflict Management, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Rapport Building, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Emotional Intelligence, Social Skills, Self-Discipline, Human Development, Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavioral Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    Automate your DevOps pipelines with GitHub Actions

    Skills you'll gain: Azure DevOps, Devops Tools, Application Security, Software Documentation, Authentications, Vulnerability Scanning

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Highlight Data with Excel Conditional Formatting

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Stakeholder Communications, Project Coordination, Project Management, Technical Communication, Operational Efficiency, Project Planning, Prioritization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Scheduling, Decision Making, Performance Analysis, Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Software Testing for Engineers Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Integration Testing, Test Engineering, Development Testing, Test Automation, Software Quality Assurance, Usability Testing, Test Tools, Test Case, White-Box Testing, Usability, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Functional Testing, Regression Testing, Verification And Validation, Code Coverage, Quality Assurance, Performance Testing, Continuous Integration, Performance Metric

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • B

    Board Infinity

    Advanced Git Features

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Software Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Employee Evaluation and Appraisal Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Appraisal, Performance Review, Performance Management, Performance Measurement, Employee Performance Management, Performance Analysis, Supervision, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Human Resources

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Content Marketing for Audience Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Blogs, Brand Marketing, Driving engagement, Content Creation, Content Strategy, Digital Content, Digital Media Strategy, Content Development and Management, Marketing Strategies, Target Audience, Content Management, Customer Engagement, Drive Engagement, Brand Awareness, Target Market, Media and Communications

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Coursera

    Analytics: Uncover Web Traffic Secrets

    Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing Analytics, Analytics, Technical Documentation, Data-Driven Marketing, Performance Analysis, Technical Communication, Performance Metric, Data Literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Interaction Architect: Dynamic Prototyping in Sketch

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Prototyping, Interactive Design, Cross Platform Development, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Interaction Design, Application Design, User Experience Design

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • C

    Coursera

    Analyze Marketing Data: Drive Campaign Success

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Marketing, Spreadsheet Software, Marketing Analytics, Pivot Tables And Charts, Trend Analysis, Marketing Budgets, Marketing Strategies, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Business Reporting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Reporting, Excel Formulas, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Strategic Marketing, Descriptive Analytics, Performance Metric, Business Metrics, Performance Measurement, Strategic Decision-Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Build a Hospital Management System with Entity Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Object-Relational Mapping, Database Design, Back-End Web Development, Data Modeling, Data Integrity, Health Informatics, Database Development, Program Development, Application Development, Software Architecture, Application Frameworks, Database Application, Database Systems, Operational Databases, Data Persistence, Database Management Systems, Health Care, Database Management, .NET Framework

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • End-to-End ASP.NET Core - PostgreSQL Data Stores & Azure Services: Packt
  • Analyze and Develop Core Personality Skills for Beginners: EDUCBA
  • Automate your DevOps pipelines with GitHub Actions: Packt
  • Highlight Data with Excel Conditional Formatting: Coursera
  • Software Testing for Engineers Part 2: Northeastern University
  • Advanced Git Features: Board Infinity
  • Employee Evaluation and Appraisal Techniques: EDUCBA
  • Content Marketing for Audience Growth: EDUCBA
  • Analytics: Uncover Web Traffic Secrets: Coursera
  • Interaction Architect: Dynamic Prototyping in Sketch: Coursera

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