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Docker

Accelerate how you build, share, and run applications

devopsContainerizationDevOpsDeploymentVirtualization

Docker is a set of platform as a service products that use OS-level virtualization to deliver software in packages called containers. It enables developers to package applications with all dependencies into lightweight, portable containers.

When to use

Package applications with dependencies

Create consistent development environments

Deploy applications across different platforms

Build microservices architectures

Simplify CI/CD pipelines

Key Features

Lightweight containerization

Docker Hub for image sharing

Docker Compose for multi-container apps

Cross-platform compatibility

Resource isolation and security

Easy scaling and orchestration

Integration with cloud platforms

Tech Compatibility

ContainerizationDevOpsDeploymentVirtualization

Pros

  • Consistent environments across stages
  • Efficient resource utilization
  • Fast deployment and scaling
  • Large ecosystem of images
  • Industry standard for containers

Cons

  • Learning curve for containerization concepts
  • Additional complexity for simple apps
  • Storage overhead for images
  • Security considerations with shared kernel

Additional Information

Pricing
Freemium
License
Apache 2.0
Official Website
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Source Code
GitHub