Build a Multi-Container App with Docker
In this lab, you'll convert a two-tier Python / Redis web application into a multi-container solution by using Docker.
Terms and conditions apply.
Challenge
Getting Started in the Lab Environment
Here are the initial instructions and explanation of the lab environment. Read this while your environment is busy creating itself from nothing. Yes, this violates physics; we know. How fun!
Challenge
Set Up Your Development Environment
You'll configure your lab virtual machine (VM) for Docker development.
Challenge
Dockerize Your Application
You'll analyze the Dockerfile and Docker Compose script behind the Python/Redis sample web application. You'll also use Docker Compose to build the images.
Challenge
Manage Multi-Container Images with Docker Compose
You use Docker Compose to deploy and manage the multi-container application solution.
Challenge
Implement Persistent Storage with Docker Volumes
You now will persist data across the container lifecycle by implementing a Docker Volume.
Provided environment for hands-on practice
We will provide the credentials and environment necessary for you to practice right within your browser.
Guided walkthrough
Follow along with the author’s guided walkthrough and build something new in your provided environment!
Did you know?
On average, you retain 75% more of your learning if you get time for practice.
Recommended prerequisites
- Intermediate Linux systems administration skills
- Experience with building single-container solutions by using Docker CLI