Learn Docker in a Month of Lunches, Second Edition

Docker revolutionized the way engineers build software. By bundling an application together with all its dependencies in a portable “container” that can be deployed almost anywhere, Docker makes it possible to manage applications without creating custom infrastructures. Free, open source, and battle-tested, Docker has quickly become mustknow technology for developers and administrators. Master Docker over lunch breaks and stay relevant in today’s fast-paced, containerized world. Many developers know the name but feel overwhelmed by the commands, tooling, and ecosystem. Others struggle to bridge the gap between experimenting with containers and applying them confidently to real projects. What if you could learn Docker in manageable, hands-on sessions without devoting long weekends or chasing scattered resources? 22 bite-size lessons: Turn theory into working containers in under an hour each. Cross-platform labs: Follow along on Windows, macOS, or Linux without extra setup pain. Language-agnostic examples: Containerize Go, Java, .NET, and Node apps for broad, transferable skills. Compose & CI/CD coverage: Model multi-service stacks and automate builds for reliable releases. Cloud and Kubernetes primer: Move workloads to the cloud and orchestrate them with confidence. Built-in observability: Add dashboards to spot issues early and keep services healthy. Learn Docker in a Month of Lunches, Second Edition by Docker Captain Elton Stoneman delivers a proven, hands-on format trusted by thousands of developers. Each self-contained chapter explains one essential concept, then walks you through a working lab. Screenshots, commands, and clear diagrams guarantee success on any OS. Updated coverage spans Compose v2, container security, and first-steps Kubernetes. By the final…