Docker

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Container platform for application deployment

Docker is a platform for developing, shipping, and running applications in containers. Containers package applications with all dependencies, ensuring consistency across different environments.

Overview

• Category: Infrastructure
• Purpose: Container platform for application deployment
• Integration: Used with Hetzner servers, n8n workflows, and other self-hosted services

Key Use Cases

• Service Deployment: Run applications in isolated containers
• Development Environments: Consistent development and production environments
• Microservices: Deploy and manage microservices architecture
• CI/CD Pipelines: Automated build and deployment workflows

Docker Compose

Docker Compose is used extensively for multi-container applications:

• n8n automation platform
• Database services
• Web applications
• Monitoring tools

Related Documentation

• Hetzner - Server infrastructure for Docker deployments
• n8n - Automation platform deployed via Docker
• Docker Compose Service Setup - Deployment guide

Resources

• Docker Documentation
• Docker Compose Documentation
• Docker Hub

Notes

• All production services run in Docker containers on Hetzner servers
• Docker Compose files are version-controlled in respective service repositories
• Use .env files for environment-specific configuration
• Regular image updates for security patches