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Docker course

Designing a Docker course involves covering a range of topics to ensure participants have a comprehensive understanding of containerization and Docker's functionalities. Here's a suggested layout for a Docker course:

Module 1: Introduction to Docker

  1. Understanding Containerization
  2. Definition and benefits

  3. Comparison with virtualization

  4. Introduction to Docker

  5. What is Docker?

  6. Brief history and purpose

  7. Docker Architecture

  8. Docker Engine components
  9. Client-server model

Module 2: Installing and Configuring Docker

  1. Installing Docker
  2. Different installation methods (Windows, macOS, Linux)

  3. Verifying the installation

  4. Configuring Docker

  5. Docker daemon options
  6. Docker Compose setup

Module 3: Docker Images and Containers

  1. Docker Images
  2. What are Docker images?

  3. Pulling and pushing images from/to Docker Hub

  4. Docker Containers

  5. Running containers
  6. Container lifecycle

Module 4: Working with Containers

  1. Container Management Commands
  2. Starting, stopping, and restarting containers

  3. Listing and removing containers

  4. Container Networking

  5. Understanding container networking

  6. Exposing ports and connecting containers

  7. Volume Mounting

    • Persisting data with volumes
    • Sharing data between host and container

Module 5: Dockerfile Basics

  1. Introduction to Dockerfile

    • Building images with Dockerfile
    • Basic Dockerfile instructions

  2. Dockerfile Best Practices

    • Efficient layering
    • Reducing image size

Module 6: Docker Compose

  1. What is Docker Compose?

    • Defining multi-container applications
    • Compose file structure

  2. Orchestrating Multi-Container Applications

    • Defining services
    • Networking with Compose

Module 7: Docker Registry and Repository

  1. Private Docker Registries
    • Setting up a private registry
    • Pushing and pulling images from a private registry

Module 8: Docker Swarm

  1. Introduction to Docker Swarm

    • Swarm vs. Compose
    • Creating a Swarm cluster

  2. Swarm Services

    • Deploying and managing services
    • Scaling services in a Swarm

Module 9: Docker Security

  1. Container Security Best Practices

    • Isolation and namespace separation
    • Scanning images for vulnerabilities

  2. Securing the Docker Daemon

    • TLS configuration
    • User authentication and authorization

Module 10: Docker Orchestration with Kubernetes

  1. Introduction to Kubernetes

    • Kubernetes vs. Docker Swarm
    • Basic Kubernetes concepts

  2. Kubernetes Deployments

    • Deploying applications with Kubernetes
    • Managing pods and services

Module 11: Docker Monitoring and Logging

  1. Monitoring Docker Containers

    • Docker Stats
    • Third-party monitoring tools

  2. Logging Best Practices

    • Configuring container logs
    • Centralized logging solutions

Module 12: Continuous Integration and Deployment with Docker

  1. CI/CD Pipelines with Docker

    • Integrating Docker into CI/CD workflows
    • Automated image builds

  2. Container Orchestration Platforms

    • Integration with Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.
    • Deploying applications to Docker Swarm or Kubernetes

Module 13: Docker Tips and Best Practices

  1. Efficiency Tips

    • Optimizing Dockerfiles
    • Image and container cleanup strategies

  2. Troubleshooting Docker Containers

    • Debugging techniques
    • Common issues and solutions

This layout provides a structured progression for a Docker course, covering both fundamental concepts and advanced topics. Depending on the audience's skill level and specific needs, you may adjust the depth and emphasis on certain sections. Additionally, practical hands-on exercises and projects should be integrated throughout the course to reinforce learning.