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Back-End Web Development

Become a back-end pro and build powerful apps from the ground up.

Learn Python programming language
This programme includes:
    • 3 months ALX Foundations leadership and skills development
    • Real-world experience with commonly-used back-end languages like Python
    • Managing servers, security, and data functions that help websites run properly
    • Building a basic, functional web application from scratch

Deadline is 24 Feb 2025

  • Duration

    8 Months

  • Commitment

    20 hrs/week, Online

  • Start Date

    3 Mar 2025

  • Access Fee

    $5 a month

Duration

8 Months

Commitment

20 hrs/week, Online

Start Date

3 Mar 2025

Access Fee

$5 a month

Application Deadline

24/02/2025

Build the Backbone of the Web from the Back-End

With the ALX Back-End Development programme, you can learn to build robust and scalable web applications and websites.

You’ll start by mastering essential skills like Python programming then dive into more advanced topics like web frameworks, APIs, and database design. Through hands-on projects, you’ll gain practical experience in building real-world applications and apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios.

Join us and unlock your potential as a back-end developer.

 

Companies that have hired our Back-End Web Development Graduates
Introducing

ALX All Access

ALX now provides more for those who want more. Access the ALX ecosystem for $5 USD per month including unlimited access* to world-class tech training programmes, with costs ranging in value from $1,500 to $12,500 USD. With the support of our partners, ALX can offer all eligible learners access to our programmes with programme costs waived. Click here to find out more.

Programme Value

$9,500

Programme Duration

8 Months

All Access

$5 a month

All Access Plus

$49 a year

Who Should Enrol?

This programme is suitable for people already working in tech, and for those who have no prior tech knowledge or experience.

Kganya N.
    • Years of Experience: 1
    • Role: Intern
    • Age: 22
    • Country: South Africa
    • Education: Still studying
    • Goal: To become an Software Engineer
Baraka S.
    • Years of Experience: 3
    • Role: Graphic Designer
    • Age: 26
    • Country: Kenya
    • Education: BA Graphic Design
    • Goal: To become a Back-End Developer
Amina A.
    • Years of Experience: 7
    • Role: Front-End Web Developer
    • Age: 30
    • Country: Morocco
    • Education: BS Web Design
    • Goal: To become a Full-Stack Developer

Get the Skills Employers Want

Learn key leadership and professional skills that will help you navigate and succeed in the workplace.

ALX Foundations

Learn key leadership and professional skills that will help you navigate and succeed in the workplace

Soft Skills & Leadership Training

Finish Foundations understanding your personal brand, how to write a CV, and how to ace a job interview.

Programming Foundations

Start by building a strong foundation with web fundamentals, Python, and command line basics.

Back-End Basics

Dive into back-end technologies, like Python web frameworks, which you will use throughout your back-end career.

Database Management

Master database management and RESTFUL APIs, which are critical skills for server-side development.

Capstone Project

Complete the programme with a comprehensive project that tests your ability to create robust back-end solutions.

Sign Up to ALX

STEP 1
Create Account

Create an ALX account and confirm it via email.

STEP 2
Sign Up Now

Fill in a short form on our registration platform to confirm your interest in joining our next cohort.

STEP 3
Confirm Participation

You’ll get your decision immediately after completion. If accepted, you will be asked to confirm participation in order to secure spot in the upcoming cohort and will be redirected to e-hub.

STEP 4
Enrollment

For successful enrolment you need to log in to e-hub and complete the first $5 payment by the application deadline.
Payment Options:
Option 1: Multiple Months in Advance
Option 2: Pay as You Go

FAQs

In order to access the ALX ecosystem and your chosen programme, you will be required to pay the $5 All Access, giving you unlimited access to the full ALX programme portfolio, community, events and activities, rewards, benefits and, of course, our partners.

If you meet our eligibility requirements and successfully register for an ALX Programme of your choice, the cost of your programme will be sponsored and you will not be required to pay anything other than your monthly $5 All Access.

You will be able to register for as many programmes as you like concurrently, so long as all prerequisite requirements and business rules are followed.

A. All accepted applicants are required to pay their first $5 USD monthly instalment by the start date of their chosen programme. You can complete your payment through the ALX eHUB, with a variety of payment options available. Following monthly payments will be due one month from your programme start date. (Ex. If your programme starts on 18th November 2024, the first payment is due on that day, and the second instalment is due on the 18th December 2024.)

B. You can either pay the $5 USD All Access yourself or have someone pay on your behalf. ALX accepts all major credit cards, Apple and Google Pay, PayPal, and mobile money payment options. Some markets have cash options as well.

C. Pay on a monthly basis or several months ahead on the ALX eHUB.

Learners can choose to pay either in their local currency or in USD. ALX fees are charged in USD and therefore are subject to exchange rate fluctuations.

ALX accepts a wide variety of payment methods, including (but not limited to):.

  • Egypt: Debit and Credit Cards, Paypal, ApplePay, GooglePay, FawryPay
  • Ethiopia: Debit and Credit Cards, Paypal, TeleBirr, CBEBirr, M-Pesa, Hello Cash, EBirr 
  • Ghana: Debit and Credit Cards, Paypal, ApplePay, GooglePay, MTN, Vodafone, Airtel
  • Kenya: Debit and Credit Cards, Paypal, M-Pesa, Airtel
  • Morocco: Debit and Credit Cards, Paypal, ApplePay, GooglePay, Cash Payments
  • Nigeria: Debit and Credit Cards, Paypal, All Major Banks, Bank Transfer, ApplePay, GooglePay, POS, NQR, eNaira, PayAttitude, Paga,  1Voucher
  • Rwanda: Debit and Credit Cards, Paypal, MTN, Airtel
  • South Africa: Debit and Credit Cards, Paypal, All Major Banks, 1Voucher, ApplePay, GooglePay, Zapper
  • Other African markets: many of the above options are available in other African countries as well
  1. For bank transfers, please check with your provider as bank charges may apply.
    NB. For all non-card transactions (such as bank transfers, Applepay, GooglePay, FawryPay or mobile transactions) a 2% non-refundable processing fee may apply.

 

All Access payments are non-refundable and compulsory for learners to complete their programme. You will not receive a refund if you are unable to complete the programme, however you will be able to pause your programme and restart your learning at a later date. Please note that the deferment cut-off dates vary by proramme and after these dates you would need to re-enroll into the next cohort.

A. ALX Learners have the option to defer their programme start date with the following guidance:

1. Your first All Access Payment is non-refundable: ALX All Access gives you access the full community, events, content and benefits and you will remain active on the system, even if you defer your programme start date. You will have the option to freeze your monthly payments until your deferred start date; in this case your next payment will be due by your new cohort start date.

2. You will not be able to carry your learning progress forward and will be required to start your cohort from week 1 – with exception of deferment after successful completion of Professional Foundations. Once a learner successfully completes Professional Foundations, deferment to any Tech Specialisation is possible in accordance with the learning calendar.

3. You will not be required to go through the admissions process and will be able to enroll into your new cohort through the ALX eHUB

The first All Access $5 USD payment is due on your programme start date. All subsequent payments are due one month from your programme start date, and will be communicated in your eHub profile and over email. Should you miss your payment deadline, your eHub access will be paused and you will have two weeks to make your payment and reactivate your profile. Your access will be restored again as soon as your payment is made. If you don’t make payment within your two week reactivation period, you will be considered as dropped out and will be required to reapply to your programme to continue.

Please click on the following link to see our payment terms and options.

Deadline is 24 Feb 2025

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