Docker Fundamentals - Understanding Containers and Images
Completed by Matthew Beck
March 19, 2026
10 hours (approximately)
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What you will learn
Understand the key differences between containers and virtual machines and when to use them.
Gain hands-on experience setting up Docker on various operating systems, including Linux, MacOS, and Windows.
Learn to manage containers using the Docker CLI and troubleshoot container-related issues.
Build and deploy containerized applications like Express and React using Docker and Dockerfiles.
Skills you will gain
- Category: Software Installation
- Category: Containerization
- Category: Application Deployment
- Category: Node.JS
- Category: Development Environment
- Category: Command-Line Interface
- Category: Nginx
- Category: React.js
- Category: Virtual Machines
- Category: Docker (Software)
