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 ##### 3. Back End Certification
 The third section introduces you to back end development using `Node.js, Express,` and `MongoDB`. It also teaches you about the important concept of source control using `Git`.
 
-To earn this certification, you'll build **5 APIs** and **5 full stack JavaScript apps**.
+To earn this certification, you'll build **5 APIs** and **5 full stack apps**.
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+We will accept solutions implemented in _any_ programming language, as long as both a live demo and the source code are publicly accessible.
 
 ##### 4. Full Stack Certification
 The fourth section is where you'll get **real-world experience** by working on projects for **nonprofits**.