Find out how CARIAD, an automotive software and technology company, configures Docker for security and compliance using Docker Single Sign-On, Image Access Management, and Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 ..read more

The compliance and regulatory landscape is evolving and complicated, and the burden on developers to maintain compliance is not often acknowledged in articles about maintaining SOC 2, ISO 27001, FedRAMP, NIS 2, EU 14028, etc.  Docker’s products aim to put power into the developer’s hands to maintain compliance with these requirements and eliminate what can often be a bottleneck between engineering and security teams.  With a Docker Business subscription, Docker customers have access to granular controls and a full product suite which can help customers maintain compliance and improve ..read more

In this AI/ML Hackathon post, we want to share another winning project from last year’s Docker AI/ML Hackathon. This time we will dive into Local LLM Messenger, an honorable mention winner created by Justin Garrison. Developers are pushing the boundaries to bring the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to everyone. One exciting approach involves integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) with familiar messaging platforms like Slack and iMessage. This isn’t just about convenience; it’s about transforming these platforms into launchpads for interacting with powerful AI tools. Imagine this: You ..read more

In this post: Compose File Viewer (Beta) Terminal integration (Beta) Enterprise-grade Volume Backup to cloud providers (Beta)  Docker Desktop MSI Installer and new login enforcement alternatives (Early Access) Docker Desktop 4.32 includes a series of powerful enhancements designed to streamline data workflows and elevate user productivity. The latest Docker Desktop release enhances the experience across development teams of all sizes and emphasizes our commitment to providing a secure hybrid development platform that enables efficient building, sharing, and running of innovative applica ..read more

Docker’s flexibility and robustness as a containerization tool come with a complexity that can be daunting. Multiple methods are available to accomplish similar tasks, and users must understand the pros and cons of the available options to choose the best approach for their projects. One confusing area concerns the RUN, CMD, and ENTRYPOINT Dockerfile instructions. In this article, we will discuss the differences between these instructions and describe use cases for each. RUN The RUN instruction is used in Dockerfiles to execute commands that build and configure the Docker image. These commands ..read more

This ongoing Docker Labs GenAI series will explore the exciting space of AI developer tools. At Docker, we believe there is a vast scope to explore, openly and without the hype. We will share our explorations and collaborate with the developer community in real-time. Although developers have adopted autocomplete tooling like GitHub Copilot and use chat, there is significant potential for AI tools to assist with more specific tasks and interfaces throughout the entire software lifecycle. Therefore, our exploration will be broad. We will be releasing things as open source so you can play, explor ..read more

Hugging Face now hosts more than 700,000 models, with the number continuously rising. It has become the premier repository for AI/ML models, catering to both general and highly specialized needs. As the adoption of AI/ML models accelerates, more application developers are eager to integrate them into their projects. However, the entry barrier remains high due to the complexity of setup and lack of developer-friendly tools. Imagine if deploying an AI/ML model could be as straightforward as spinning up a database. Intrigued? Keep reading to find out how. Introduction to Ollama and Testcontainers ..read more

This ongoing GenAI Docker Labs series will explore the exciting space of AI developer tools. At Docker, we believe there is a vast scope to explore, openly and without the hype. We will share our explorations and collaborate with the developer community in real-time. Although developers have adopted autocomplete tooling like GitHub Copilot and use chat, there is significant potential for AI tools to assist with more specific tasks and interfaces throughout the entire software lifecycle. Therefore, our exploration will be broad. We will be releasing things as open source so you can play, explor ..read more

This post was written in collaboration with Docker AI/ML Hackathon participants Gitanshu Sankhla and Vijay Barma. In this AI/ML Hackathon post, we’ll share another interesting winning project from last year’s Docker AI/ML Hackathon. This time, we will dive into ReadMeAI, one of the honorable mention winners.  For many developers, planning and writing code is the most enjoyable part of the process. It’s where creativity meets logic, and lines of code transform into solutions. Although some developers find writing documentation equally fulfilling, crafting clear and concise code instruction ..read more

In the world of containerization, security and proper user management are crucial aspects that can significantly affect the stability and security of your applications. The USER instruction in a Dockerfile is a fundamental tool that determines which user will execute commands both during the image build process and when running the container. By default, if no USER is specified, Docker will run commands as the root user, which can pose significant security risks.  In this blog post, we will delve into the best practices and common pitfalls associated with the USER instruction. Additionall ..read more