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Master Docker Commands for Developers: 50 Tips to Containerize Confidently

Table of Contents

  1. Introduction
  2. Docker Basics
  3. Working with Containers
  4. Image Management
  5. Building Images
  6. Container Debugging
  7. Networking
  8. Volumes
  9. Advanced Commands
  10. Security and Cleaning Up
  11. Logs and Monitoring
  12. Additional Utilities
  13. Tips for Practice
  14. Conclusion

Introduction

This guide introduces 50 essential Docker commands to enhance your containerization skills. Each command is explained with usage, examples, and best practices, equipping developers to efficiently manage Docker containers, images, volumes, networks, and more.


1. Docker Basics

  • Commands: docker version, docker info, docker help, docker run hello-world, docker pull ubuntu.

2. Working with Containers

  • Commands: docker ps, docker ps -a, docker start, docker stop, docker rm.

3. Image Management

  • Commands: docker images, docker rmi, docker tag, docker save, docker load.

4. Building Images

  • Commands: docker build, docker build --no-cache, docker history.

5. Container Debugging

  • Commands: docker logs, docker exec, docker inspect, docker stats.

6. Networking

  • Commands: docker network ls, docker network create, docker network inspect, docker network connect, docker network disconnect.

7. Volumes

  • Commands: docker volume ls, docker volume create, docker volume inspect, docker volume rm, docker run -v.

8. Advanced Commands

  • Commands: docker-compose up, docker-compose down, docker commit, docker export, docker import.

9. Security and Cleaning Up

  • Commands: docker scan, docker prune, docker image prune, docker volume prune.

10. Logs and Monitoring

  • Commands: docker events, docker top, docker diff.

11. Additional Utilities

  • Commands: docker cp, docker restart, docker pause, docker unpause, docker attach, docker search.

12. Tips for Practice

  • Suggestions for integrating Docker into your workflow.

13. Conclusion

  • Benefits of mastering Docker commands.

Conclusion

Mastering these Docker commands is your gateway to becoming a more efficient and confident developer. Start experimenting today and unlock the full potential of containerization technology!

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