Introduction to Docker Networking Networking is a crucial aspect of containerized applications, enabling seamless communication between containers, the host system, and external networks. Docker simplifies this with built-in networking modes, making it easy to configure and manage connectivity. This article…
Why Persistence Matters in Containers Containers are designed to be ephemeral—short-lived and stateless. When a container is removed, all data generated within it is lost. This stateless nature is ideal for many applications but becomes a challenge when working with…
What is a Docker Image? A Docker image is a lightweight, standalone, and executable package that includes everything needed to run a piece of software. It contains the application code, runtime, libraries, dependencies, and settings. Think of it as a…
Understanding Docker Basics: Key Commands Docker simplifies application deployment by using containers, which are lightweight, portable environments. To get started, it’s important to understand the key commands used to interact with Docker containers and images. Here are some essential commands…
What is Docker? Why Use It? Docker is an open-source platform designed to simplify the process of developing, deploying, and running applications in isolated environments called containers. These containers package an application and its dependencies, ensuring that it works consistently…
In this tutorial, we will create a custom Docker image using Nginx and Alpine Linux, the lightweight Linux distribution popular for its minimal footprint. We will define a simple static website, configure Nginx, and build and run a Docker container…
