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Back-end Developer Path

Go from Python fundamentals to real backend systems with Go, SQL, Docker, and portfolio projects.

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TypeScript

Course List

Packed with 15 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 Golang, 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 Go

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14. Learn HTTP Clients

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15. Build a Pokedex

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16. Learn SQL

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17. Build a Blog Aggregator

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18. Learn HTTP Servers

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19. Learn File Servers and CDNs

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20. Learn Docker

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21. Learn Pub/Sub Architecture

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22. Capstone Project

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23. 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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Symon Rebmann

United States

Learn to Code in Python

Addictive and engaging way to learn python.

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Josh Doucette

United States

Learn to Code in Python

Fun, Fairly easy to follow and had me writing code and thinking through problems from the get go. Excellent course!

(5/5)
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Ben Lewis

Adelaide

Learn to Code in Python

I just completed the first course and it was easy to follow through the lessons but also sometimes challenging enough. Most important: it was fun! The implementation of Boots as AI helper was great, as he does not show you the solution but asks you questions leading you to the right solution.

(5/5)
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Pr1v4t3

Germany

Learn to Code in Python

A great TypeScript course. Covers everything from the very basics to more complex topics in a logical and concise manner.

(5/5)
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Rastko Andonov

Serbia

Learn TypeScript

To be honest, during the years I've started many python tutorials but rarely have I completed the courses. This time I did. Good job!

(5/5)
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Esla K

Cyprus

Learn to Code in Python

Great Course, really helped me brush up on all of the fundamentals. Would highly recommend!!

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André Visser

South Africa

Learn to Code in Python

noice!!!!

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Ambuj Seth

Lucknow, India

Learn SQL

Definitely a good refresher on some concepts I missed out on. Glad I went through python's basics again.

(5/5)
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Connor Springer

United States

Learn to Code in Python

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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.