Getting Started with Docker

Getting Started with Docker

Today I’m beginning my Docker learning journey. Here’s what I plan to cover and my initial setup.

Learning Goals

• Understand what containers are and why they’re useful
• Install Docker Desktop on my machine
• Run my first container
• Learn basic Docker commands

What is Docker?

Docker is a containerization platform that allows you to package applications and their dependencies into lightweight, portable containers.

Installation Plan

1. Download Docker Desktop
2. Verify installation with docker --version
3. Run the classic “Hello World” container

Next Steps

• Install Docker Desktop
• Run my first container
• Document the process and any issues I encounter

Resources I’m Using

• Docker Official Documentation
• Docker Getting Started Tutorial

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This post is part of my IT learning journey. Follow along as I document my progress with DevOps tools and practices.