Containers for Beginners

Explore the fundamentals of container technology in this 42-minute conference talk by Michael Irwin from Virginia Tech. Begin with a brief historical context to understand the motivation behind containers, then delve into the core concepts of images and containers. Learn about data persistence through volumes, gain an overview of Docker Compose, and discover the basics of container orchestration. Benefit from live demonstrations and engaging explanations that demystify containers, making them accessible for beginners and those tasked with training others. Cover topics such as creating and sharing images, container layers, file management, Docker networking, and various orchestrators. Leave with a comprehensive understanding of container technology and its practical applications in modern software development and deployment.

Intro
Quick History of Shipping
Shipping in Software
Creating Images
Sharing Images
What's a container then?
Laver contents
What about deleted files?
Clean up as you go!
Keep images tight and focused
Volumes
GOOD LUCK
Docker Compose
Docker Networking
Container Orchestration
Actors in Orchestration
Various Orchestrators
Recap