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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


  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    IT Fundamentals for Business Profiles: Enterprise Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Business Systems, Business Technologies, Enterprise Resource Planning, Excel Formulas, Supply Chain Systems, Enterprise Application Management, Supply Chain Management, Geospatial Information and Technology, Management Information Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Web Development, GIS Software, Web Presence, Web Applications, Customer Relationship Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Mastering Linux Admin with Rocky - A Hands-On Approach

    Skills you'll gain: User Provisioning, Linux Commands, OS Process Management, Cloud Deployment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    P

    Pragmatic AI Labs

    MySQL From Zero

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, MySQL Workbench, Rust (Programming Language), Data Pipelines, SQL, Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Systems, Query Languages, Data Maintenance, Database Software, Database Management Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Engineering, Bash (Scripting Language), Data Import/Export, Data Architecture, Data Modeling, Docker (Software), Data Preprocessing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pragmatic AI Labs

    Linux Desktop From Zero

    Skills you'll gain: User Accounts, User Provisioning, Ubuntu, Command-Line Interface, System Configuration, System Monitoring, Unix Commands, Unix Shell, Spreadsheet Software, Operating System Administration, Systems Administration, Linux Commands, Unix, Linux, Linux Administration, Linux Servers, Software Installation, File Management, Desktop Support, Data Engineering

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Technics Publications

    Data Modeling Scheme

    Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Database Design, Data Architecture, Relational Databases, Database Management Systems, Data Engineering, Data Strategy, Database Software, Database Development, Database Theory, Graph Theory, Database Administration, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Databases, Database Systems, Data Governance, Business Analysis, Document Management, Business Analytics

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Application Security Program Ignition Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, DevSecOps, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, Security Testing, Penetration Testing, Security Awareness, Security Strategy, DevOps, Security Management, Computer Security Awareness Training, Technology Roadmaps, Risk Management Framework

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    E

    EDUCBA

    Analyze and Visualize Data Using Tableau Desktop

    Skills you'll gain: Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Presentations, Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard Creation, Data Visualization, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Access, Storytelling, Data Integration, Data Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Modern Web Development with Blazor WebAssembly and .NET

    Skills you'll gain: JavaScript Frameworks, Development Environment, Frontend Integration, Application Programming Interface (API), Microsoft Development Tools, Web Development, Software Design Patterns, Microsoft Visual Studio, Maintainability, UI Components, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Create Investment Banking Pitch Books

    Skills you'll gain: Investment Banking, Presentations, Organizational Structure, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Strategic Planning, Investments, Financial Acumen, Financial Analysis, Financial Data, Consulting, Proposal Development, Financial Statement Analysis, Corporate Communications, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Banking, Storytelling, Sales Presentations, Market Intelligence, Corporate Finance

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Gatling Fundamentals for Stress Testing APIs - Scala

    Skills you'll gain: Test Script Development, API Testing, Test Tools, Performance Stress Testing, Application Performance Management, Scenario Testing, Scripting Languages

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Packt

    AJAX Authentication and Cross-Origin Requests

    Skills you'll gain: Apache, Web Servers, Authentications, Server Side, Web Applications, Application Security, Authorization (Computing), Application Programming Interface (API), Javascript, Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    K

    Kennesaw State University

    How to Develop Affordable Innovations - Jagdish Sheth

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Cost Reduction, New Product Development, Value Engineering, Technology Strategies, Target Market, Market Dynamics, Product Strategy, Business Strategies, Digital Transformation, Scalability, Market Opportunities, Global Marketing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • IT Fundamentals for Business Profiles: Enterprise Systems: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Mastering Linux Admin with Rocky - A Hands-On Approach: Packt
  • MySQL From Zero: Pragmatic AI Labs
  • Linux Desktop From Zero: Pragmatic AI Labs
  • Data Modeling Scheme: Technics Publications
  • Application Security Program Ignition Guide: Packt
  • Analyze and Visualize Data Using Tableau Desktop: EDUCBA
  • Modern Web Development with Blazor WebAssembly and .NET: Packt
  • Create Investment Banking Pitch Books: EDUCBA
  • Gatling Fundamentals for Stress Testing APIs - Scala: Packt

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