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Docker & Containerization

Learn Docker from your first container to production-ready deployments. Master containers, images, Docker Compose, networking, security, and orchestration patterns.

13 lessons
Self-paced
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Containers have revolutionized how we build, ship, and run applications. Docker is the industry standard for containerization — and a must-have skill for every modern IT professional.

This learning path takes you from running your first container to building production-grade multi-container applications with Docker Compose, implementing security best practices, and preparing for container orchestration.

What You'll Learn

  • Docker fundamentals: images, containers, volumes, and networks
  • Writing optimized Dockerfiles and multi-stage builds
  • Docker Compose for multi-container applications
  • Container security hardening and production best practices
  • Docker networking, storage drivers, and logging
  • CI/CD integration and container registry management

Who Is This For?

Developers wanting to containerize their applications, system administrators managing container infrastructure, DevOps engineers building CI/CD pipelines, and anyone preparing for Docker or Kubernetes certifications.

Learning Path

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Beginner

4 lessons
1
Guide

Docker for Beginners: Your First Container in 15 Minutes

Get started with Docker in just 15 minutes. This beginner-friendly guide covers installation, your first container, Dockerfiles, Docker Compose, and e

2
Cheat Sheet

Docker Commands Cheat Sheet

Essential Docker CLI commands for developers. Covers container lifecycle, management, images, networking, and volumes. Perfect quick reference for bui

3
Cheat Sheet

Docker Beginner's Complete Guide

A comprehensive 6-page Docker reference covering containers, images, Dockerfiles, volumes, networking, Docker Compose, and system cleanup. Everything

1
Book

Docker Fundamentals

Learn Docker from the ground up. Build, run, and manage containers, create Docker images, use Docker Compose, and deploy containerized apps confidentl

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Intermediate

5 lessons
4
Guide

Docker Best Practices: Building Production-Ready Containers

Learn how to build secure, efficient, and production-ready Docker containers. From Dockerfile optimization to security hardening, master container bes

5
Guide

Docker Compose in Production: The Complete Deployment Guide for 2026

Most Docker Compose tutorials stop at development. This guide shows you how to run Docker Compose in production safely — with secrets management, he

6
Cheat Sheet

Docker Compose Cheat Sheet

Multi-container orchestration with Docker Compose. Covers basic commands, monitoring, debugging, YAML structure, and advanced configuration for defini

7
Cheat Sheet

Docker Intermediate Guide

An 8-page guide to production Docker patterns. Covers multi-stage builds, layer caching, security hardening, custom networking, DNS, volumes, data bac

1
Book

Docker Compose & Multi-Container Applications

Learn how to design, run, and manage real-world multi-container applications using Docker Compose, with practical examples, best practices, and produc

Advanced

4 lessons
8
Guide

Docker Container Security: Essential Hardening Techniques for Production

Learn essential Docker security hardening techniques for production environments. Covers image scanning, runtime protection, secrets management, and c

9
Guide

Docker vs Kubernetes in 2026: What's the Difference and Which Do You Need?

A comprehensive comparison of Docker and Kubernetes — two essential container technologies that serve very different purposes. Learn when to use eac

10
Cheat Sheet

MySQL Advanced Guide

Expert-level MySQL covering InnoDB buffer pool and redo log tuning, Group Replication for HA, table partitioning strategies, advanced query optimizati

1
Book

Docker Security & Production Hardening

Learn how to secure Docker containers in production. Master image hardening, runtime security, secrets management, CI/CD protection, and container thr

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need Linux experience first?
Basic Linux command-line knowledge helps. We recommend completing the Linux path first or at least the beginner section.
Can I follow along on Windows or Mac?
Yes! Docker Desktop runs on Windows and macOS. All commands work the same across platforms.
Is Docker still relevant with Kubernetes?
Absolutely. Docker builds the container images that Kubernetes orchestrates. You need Docker knowledge before learning Kubernetes.

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