Understanding Docker in a visual way

Understanding Docker can sometimes feel overwhelming or time-consuming. To make it clearer and more approachable, Aurélie Vache has created this unique collection of sketchnotes dedicated to explaining Docker and Cloud technologies in a simple, visual, and practical way.

In this book, you'll discover:

• What is Docker?
• Should you Dockerize everything?
• Docker Engine components (like dockerd and more)
• Key resources: images, layers, registries, containers, volumes, events...
• Image management: building, pulling, pushing, and cleaning up images
• Container management: running containers, copying files, executing commands inside, stopping, restarting, and handling exit statuses
• Dockerfile instructions and pro tips
• Debugging and troubleshooting techniques
• Introduction to Docker Init and Bake
• Docker Compose
• Handy tips and useful tools to simplify your workflow

Each topic is explained with concrete "How-To" examples and illustrations designed to make abstract concepts intuitive and memorable.

Whether you're a beginner or looking to deepen your Docker skills, this book aims to be a practical companion on your journey to mastering Docker.

If you find this book helpful, feel free to leave a rating and share your feedback — your insights are always welcome!

Thank you and happy Dockering! 🐳