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Introduction to Docker

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4.5+
47 reviews
Updated 02/2025
Gain an introduction to Docker and discover its importance in the data professional’s toolkit. Learn about Docker containers, images, and more.
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Course Description

Docker is a tool used to develop, run, and ship containers. It’s an essential part of every data professional’s toolbelt, helping to create robust, secure, and scalable applications or workflows. In this course, you’ll become a Docker pro, gaining hands-on experience using Docker CLI. Learn the Docker basics and understand how to create and manage containers using Dockerfiles and instructions. You’ll learn the Docker terminology and get hands-on experience with Docker commands using the Docker Command Line Interface. As you progress, you’ll learn how to create and manage Docker containers using Dockerfiles and Dockerfile instructions. To wrap up, you’ll learn Docker image security best practices to make your images safe and secure.

Prerequisites

Introduction to ShellContainerization and Virtualization Concepts
1

Using Docker Containers

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Writing Your Own Docker Images

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3

Creating Secure Docker Images

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  • Brandon J.
    8 days

    I enjoyed this updated docker course. It was a quick refresher and prerequisite for a track I am on. It was very practical and balanced.

  • krishna c.
    18 days

    Excellent

  • Youssef B.
    21 days

    Interesting course

  • Saiful R.
    about 2 months

    The course is delivered with concise and clear explanations. Of course the best part is the hands-on practice on the media provided.

  • Benson M.
    3 months

    I leveled up my security in my docker images after checking this out. I have been editing my containers ever since.

"I enjoyed this updated docker course. It was a quick refresher and prerequisite for a track I am on. It was very practical and balanced."

Brandon J.

"Excellent"

krishna c.

"Interesting course"

Youssef B.

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