Ultimate Docker Container Book

Build, ship, and run containers from scratch with Docker and Kubernetes be it on premise or in the cloudKey FeaturesMaster Docker container setup, operation, and debuggingUse Docker compose for managing multi-service applicationsNavigate orchestrators like Kubernetes and Docker swarmkitPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionThe Ultimate Docker Container Book, 3rd edition enables you to leverage Docker containers for streamlined software development. You'll uncover Docker fundamentals and how containers improve software supply chain efficiency and enhance security. You ll start by learning practical skills such as setting up Docker environments, handling stateful components, running and testing code within containers, and managing Docker images. You ll also explore how to adapt legacy applications for containerization and understand distributed application architecture. Next, you ll delve into Docker's networking model, software-defined networks for secure applications, and Docker compose for managing multi-service applications along with tools for log analysis and metrics. You ll further deepen your understanding of popular orchestrators like Kubernetes and Docker swarmkit, exploring their key concepts, and deployment strategies for resilient applications. In the final sections, you ll gain insights into deploying containerized applications on major cloud platforms, including Azure, AWS, and GCE and discover techniques for production monitoring and troubleshooting. By the end of this book, you ll be well-equipped to manage and scale containerized applications effectively.What you will learnUnderstand the benefits of using containersManage Docker containers effectivelyCreate and manage Docker imagesExplore data volumes and environment variablesMaster distributed application architectureDeep dive into Docker networkingUse Docker Compose for multi-service appsDeploy apps on major cloud platformsWho this book is forThis book is for Linux professionals, system administrators, operations engineers, DevOps engineers, software architects, and developers looking to work with Docker and Kubernetes from scratch. A basic understanding of Docker containers is recommended, but no prior knowledge of Kubernetes is required. Familiarity with scripting tools such as Bash or PowerShell will be advantageous.]]>