Quickly learn how to use Docker and containers in general to create packaged images for easy management, testing, and deployment of software. This practical guide lets you hit the ground running by demonstrating how Docker allows developers to package their application with all of its dependencies and to test and then ship the exact same bundle to production. You’ll also learn how Docker enables operations engineers to help the development team quickly iterate on their software.

• Learn Docker’s philosophy, design, and intent
• Use your own custom software to build Docker images
• Launch Docker images as running containers
• Explore advanced Docker concepts and topics
• Get valuable references to related tools in the Docker ecosystem