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Back-end Developer Path

Learn back-end development from start to finish with courses in Python, TypeScript and SQL

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Golang

Course List

Packed with 16 courses and 8 projects this path takes most beginners about 12 months to complete

Backend developers build the systems that power the large-scale web applications that you use every day. In this complete learning path you'll start by learning the fundamentals of programming and computer science in Python and C, then you'll learn all about building scalable and secure back-end systems using TS, SQL and Docker.

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1. Learn to Code in Python

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2. Learn Linux

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3. Build a Bookbot

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4. Learn Git

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5. Learn Object Oriented Programming

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6. Build Asteroids

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7. Learn Functional Programming

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8. Build an AI Agent

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9. Learn Data Structures and Algorithms

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10. Build a Static Site Generator

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11. Learn Memory Management

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12. Personal Project 1

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13. Learn JavaScript

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14. Learn TypeScript

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15. Learn HTTP Clients

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16. Build a Pokedex

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17. Learn SQL

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18. Build a Blog Aggregator

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19. Learn HTTP Servers

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20. Learn File Servers and CDNs

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21. Learn Docker

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22. Learn Pub/Sub Architecture

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23. Capstone Project

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24. Learn How to Find a Programming Job

Mediocrity doesn't cut it anymore

The only way to become a great developer is to write a lot of code

Avoid tutorial hell

by writing a ton of code

Stay motivated with

a game-like curriculum

Build portfolio projects

to prove your skills

Delve deeper

into foundational concepts

Learn flexibly online

without interrupting your life

For 1% the price of college

to minimize your financial risk

Join 1,201,282 students learning modern backend skills

Connect directly with them and others in our flourishing online community

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It was an amazing beginners friendly course. An easy way to revise all the syntax.

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Talal Ahmed

Germany

Learn to Code in Python

Awesome gateway into the world of programming. Very concise and in-depth lessons that will help you understand each facet of Python, whether you are a seasoned developer or a newbie. Boots is also an amazing help!

(5/5)
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Franz Pichardo Rodriguez

Dominican Republic

Learn to Code in Python

This is the only course you need to start programming.

(5/5)
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Nguyen Hieu

Vietnam

Learn to Code in Python

I learned so much in this course! I knew some Python already, but there was a lot I didn't know, like how to work with exceptions, sets, and a lot more. I feel a lot more confident in my skills and would highly recommend this course!

(5/5)
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Lanie

Pipe Creek, Texas

Learn to Code in Python

its alright yeah

(3/5)
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Yah oo

United States

Learn Go

Amazing Course!

(5/5)
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Behab Patnaik

Canada

Learn to Code in Python

Easy to follow and comprehensive look into what Python has to offer.

(5/5)
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Luke Simmons

United States

Learn to Code in Python

Excelent curse. I could learn so much

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Flávio Garcia

Angola

Learn to Code in Python

Totaly recommended!

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Marta Lat

Spain

Learn SQL

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Frequently asked Questions

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Yep. You can create an account for free and fully demo the early chapters of the path. Once you hit the membership gate, you can still read the remaining lessons in content-only mode until you're ready to upgrade.