What is Docker?

What is Docker?

Docker is a popular containerization platform used to package and deploy software applications. It allows developers to create self-contained, portable environments that can be easily shared and run on any machine, regardless of its underlying operating system or infrastructure. Docker uses a layered file system and minimal resource overhead, making it fast and efficient for creating, deploying and managing applications. For more details about Docker, please check out their documentation.

What is Docker Compose?

Docker Compose is a tool for defining and running multi-container Docker applications. With Compose, you use a YAML file to configure your application’s services. Then, with a single command, you create, start, stop, update, etc all the services defined for your application.