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Managing Containers with Docker

In this chapter, you will learn about one of the most well-known tools for creating and managing containers – Docker. The topics in this chapter will prepare you for the future of Linux, as it is the foundation of every modern cloud technology. If you wish to remain up to date in a constantly changing landscape, this chapter will be the essential starting point for your journey.

In this chapter, we’re going to cover the following main topics:

  • Understanding Linux containers
  • Working with Docker
  • Working with Dockerfiles
  • Deploying a containerized application with Docker

Technical requirements

No specific technical requirements are needed, just a working installation of Linux on your system. Both Ubuntu/Debian ...

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