🐳 Dockerfile: Container Deployment Mastery

Your Ultimate Guide to Docker Container Configuration

What is a Dockerfile?

A Dockerfile is a text document containing all the commands needed to build a given Docker image. It automates the image creation process, allowing developers to define a reproducible environment for applications.

Dockerfile Syntax

                # Basic Dockerfile Syntax
                FROM ubuntu:20.04
                LABEL maintainer="your.email@example.com"
                RUN apt-get update
                COPY ./app /app
                WORKDIR /app
                EXPOSE 8080
                CMD ["python", "app.py"]
            

Best Practices

Use specific base image versions
Minimize layer count
Use .dockerignore
Don't run containers as root
Keep images small

Real-World Examples

                # Python Web Application Dockerfile
                FROM python:3.9-slim
                WORKDIR /application
                COPY requirements.txt .
                RUN pip install -r requirements.txt
                COPY . .
                EXPOSE 5000
                CMD ["gunicorn", "-b", "0.0.0.0:5000", "app:app"]
            

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