Microsoft Back-End Developer

Microsoft via Coursera Professional Certificate

Overview

Are you ready to launch a career in back-end development? This Professional Certificate Program, brought to you by Microsoft, is your gateway to server-side programming and scalable systems. Designed for aspiring developers, it consists of eight courses that equip you with the essential skills needed for roles like Back-End Developer, API Developer, and Database Administrator. Throughout the program, you’ll build a solid foundation in back-end principles, working with modern frameworks like .NET and tools such as Microsoft Copilot to streamline coding, debugging, and development. You’ll learn C# programming, web development with .NET, database integration, and performance optimization, ensuring the security and scalability of your applications. The program covers crucial topics like API development, data management with Entity Framework Core, and DevOps practices for deployment while emphasizing security and efficiency. Hands-on projects will allow you to apply your skills in real-world scenarios by developing APIs, managing databases, and deploying applications with Azure Cloud Services. You’ll also leverage Microsoft Copilot to optimize your code and workflows, gaining a competitive edge with AI tools. Whether you're just starting out or advancing your skills, this program prepares you for the challenges of modern back-end development. Enroll today and take the first step toward becoming a skilled back-end developer!

Syllabus

Course 1: Foundations of Coding Back-End
- Offered by Microsoft. This course focuses on the fundamental concepts of back-end development. You'll learn to solve problems, design ... Enroll for free.

Course 2: Introduction to Programming With C#
- Offered by Microsoft. This course introduces the fundamentals of programming in C# within the .NET framework. You'll gain hands-on ... Enroll for free.

Course 3: Back-End Development with .NET
- Offered by Microsoft. This course focuses on back-end development using the .NET framework. It equips you with the essential skills to ... Enroll for free.

Course 4: Database Integration and Management
- Offered by Microsoft. This course covers database integration and management using Entity Framework Core (EF Core) and SQL. You'll learn to ... Enroll for free.

Course 5: Security and Authentication
- Offered by Microsoft. This course explores security and authentication in back-end development focusing on ASP.NET Identity, role-based ... Enroll for free.

Course 6: Performance Optimization and Scalability
- Offered by Microsoft. This course focuses on performance optimization and scalability in application development. You'll learn key ... Enroll for free.

Course 7: Data Structures and Algorithms
- Offered by Microsoft. This course explores data structures and algorithms for back-end development, focusing on performance and scalability. ... Enroll for free.

Course 8: Deployment and DevOps
- Offered by Microsoft. This course covers deployment and DevOps practices, focusing on Azure Cloud Services, CI/CD principles, and ... Enroll for free.

Courses

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1 day 19 hours 19 minutes
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This course focuses on back-end development using the .NET framework. It equips you with the essential skills to build, manage, and optimize server-side applications efficiently. By the end of the course, you will be able to… Describe the features and functionalities of the .NET Framework, the differences between .NET Core and .NET Framework, and common libraries and packages used in .NET development Explain the steps to set up the development environment for .NET, create a simple web API with ASP.NET Core, and integrate OpenAPI (Swagger) with ASP.NET Core Define the basic syntax and features of C# in the context of .NET, and the importance and process of serialization and deserialization in .NET Develop an API project with Microsoft Copilot, including writing, debugging, and implementing API code and middleware components
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This course explores data structures and algorithms for back-end development, focusing on performance and scalability. You'll learn to analyze, implement, and optimize key structures and algorithms in .NET Core to efficiently solve real-world back-end challenges. By the end of this course, you will be able to… Analyze the efficiency of common data structures (arrays, linked lists, trees, graphs) and algorithms (sorting, searching) to determine their impact on back-end development. Implement data structures and algorithms in .NET Core to solve specific back-end problems, including sorting, searching, and traversal tasks, with a focus on performance and scalability. Design scalable back-end applications using appropriate data structures and algorithms, optimizing for performance in areas such as database query handling and large-scale data processing within the final project. Optimize back-end code for performance by applying advanced algorithmic techniques and refactoring inefficient solutions based on complexity analysis throughout the course.
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This course covers database integration and management using Entity Framework Core (EF Core) and SQL. You'll learn to set up relational databases, optimize SQL queries, and use Microsoft Copilot to efficiently write, debug, and manage SQL operations. By the end of the course, you will be able to… Describe the features and functionalities of Entity Framework Core (EF Core), the structure and principles of relational databases, and performance tuning and optimization techniques for SQL queries. Explain the steps to set up a relational database, model data using EF Core, retrieve and manipulate data using SQL, and handle transactions and concurrency control in SQL. Define the basic syntax and functionalities of SQL, and the principles of advanced query techniques and security best practices for SQL databases. Develop practical database operations using Microsoft Copilot, including writing, debugging, and optimizing SQL queries.
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This course covers deployment and DevOps practices, focusing on Azure Cloud Services, CI/CD principles, and application monitoring. You'll learn to manage and scale applications, automate deployments, and create CI/CD pipelines using Microsoft Copilot for streamlined and secure operations. By the end of the course, you will be able to… Describe the features and benefits of Azure Cloud Services, best practices for securing applications, and methods of application monitoring. Explain the steps required to prepare applications for deployment, manage and scale applications in Azure, and automate maintenance tasks. Define Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) principles, and the importance and methods of application monitoring. Develop deployment scripts and CI/CD pipelines using Microsoft Copilot, including debugging and optimizing deployment processes.
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1 day 15 hours 25 minutes
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This course focuses on the fundamental concepts of back-end development. You'll learn to solve problems, design algorithms, and write efficient, modular code using industry-standard practices. By the end of the course, you will be able to… Summarize the foundational principles and practices of back-end development. Plan back-end projects using industry-standard tools and methodologies. Apply logical thinking and problem-solving techniques in programming. Design algorithms and flowcharts to represent logical steps in programming. Implement control structures and loops for repetitive tasks. Develop modular code using functions and methods.
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This course introduces the fundamentals of programming in C# within the .NET framework. You'll gain hands-on experience setting up projects, mastering core programming concepts, and using object-oriented principles to create scalable applications while utilizing Microsoft Copilot to enhance code quality and productivity. By the end of the course, you will be able to… Describe the setup, structure, and configuration of .NET projects in a Visual Studio Code environment by the end of the course. Implement fundamental programming concepts in C#, including variables, control structures, loops, and methods, to solve basic problems and create simple applications within a .NET environment. Apply object-oriented programming principles, such as classes, inheritance, and polymorphism, to design and implement modular and scalable C# applications. Develop asynchronous programs using C# and apply debugging techniques to ensure performance and responsiveness in modern applications. Leverage Microsoft Copilot to write, debug, and optimize C# code, improving code quality and efficiency throughout the course.
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This course focuses on performance optimization and scalability in application development. You'll learn key techniques like caching, query optimization, and load balancing while using Microsoft Copilot to improve application code and database query performance. By the end of the course, you will be able to… Define the concepts and importance of caching, query optimization, and principles of scalability in application performance Explain how to implement in-memory and distributed caching, indexing strategies, and architectural patterns for scalability Describe techniques for analyzing query performance, load balancing, traffic management, and best practices for caching, query optimization, and scalable applications Optimize performance using Microsoft Copilot, focusing on application code and database queries
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This course explores security and authentication in back-end development focusing on ASP.NET Identity, role-based access, and data protection. You’ll learn how to securely manage user authentication, authorization, and encryption, while using Microsoft Copilot to write safe code and protect your APIs. By the end of the course, you will be able to… Describe the features and functionalities of ASP.NET Identity, role-based access control, and data protection principles Explain the processes of user registration, token-based authentication, encryption and decryption, and securing API endpoints Define the importance of role-based access control, the structure and use of JSON Web Tokens (JWT), and best practices for secure data storage Develop a secure back-end application using Microsoft Copilot, including writing secure code, implementing authentication and authorization, and resolving security issues