Docker for Developers: Build and Manage Dev Environments

About Docker for Developers: Build and Manage Dev Environments

In this hands-on course, Docker for Developers: Build and Manage Dev Environments, you'll learn to create isolated, reliable development environments using Docker and Docker Compose. Designed for developers of all levels, this course covers everything from Docker fundamentals to advanced techniques for optimizing, testing, and debugging containerized environments. You’ll gain the skills to configure multi-service applications, add databases, and use Docker volumes to create efficient workflows.

Starting with the basics, you’ll learn to set up and install Docker, create Dockerfiles, and build your first container. As you progress, we’ll dive into using Docker Compose to manage multi-service applications, integrating databases like PostgreSQL, and handling real-time code updates with Docker volumes. The course includes practical, real-world examples and covers best practices for managing, versioning, and sharing Docker environments—ensuring you’re ready to tackle development projects in any team setting.

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

Set up Docker-based environments that are consistent across all stages of development.

Configure and run multi-container applications using Docker Compose.

Integrate databases seamlessly into your development environment.

Use Docker volumes to optimize live code updates and enhance workflow.

Apply troubleshooting techniques for testing and debugging Dockerized applications.

This course is perfect for software developers, DevOps engineers, and anyone looking to master Docker to streamline development workflows and ensure consistent, reproducible environments.