Developing Back-End Apps with Node.js and Express
Developing Back-End Apps with Node.js and Express is a beginner-level online course from Coursera in Node.js. It is structured in 4 modules with 4 stated learning outcomes, over 13h 41m. Learners rate it 4.5/5 from 628 ratings on Coursera.
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Course highlights
| Provider | Coursera |
| Duration | 13h 41m |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.5★ (628 reviews) |
| Price | Check price Free |
What you’ll learn
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Skills you’ll gain
What this course covers
4 modulesThe 4-part outline Coursera publishes for this course, across 13h 41m.
Module 1 · Introduction to Server-Side JavaScript
Module 2 · Asynchronous I/O with callback programming
Module 3 · Express Web Application Framework
Module 4 · Final Project
What learners rate it
Rated 4.5/5 by 628 learners on Coursera (checked 26 Aug 2026).
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Compare with alternatives
Same topic, different trade-offs — here's who runs each one and what it's best at.
| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Developing Back-End Apps with Node.js and Express This |
 Coursera
|
4.5★ | Check price | 13h 41m | Quickest to finish (13h 41m) |
| Microservices with Node JS and React |
 Udemy
|
4.8★ | Free | Free — and still gives a certificate |
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How much does Developing Back-End Apps with Node.js and Express cost?
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Does Developing Back-End Apps with Node.js and Express come with a certificate?
Yes — Coursera lists a certificate on completion. It is a course certificate, not a formal qualification or university credit.
How long does Developing Back-End Apps with Node.js and Express take?
Coursera lists it at 13h 41m. It is self-paced, so that is the volume of material rather than a deadline — how long it actually takes depends on the hours you put in each week.
Is Developing Back-End Apps with Node.js and Express suitable for beginners?
Yes. Coursera lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.
What does Developing Back-End Apps with Node.js and Express cover?
It is organised into 4 modules, starting with Introduction to Server-Side JavaScript and going on to Asynchronous I/O with callback programming, Express Web Application Framework, Final Project. The full outline is on this page.