Day 1: Introduction to Docker
Objective: Understand what Docker is and why it's used.
Reading Assignments:
Videos:
Hands-On Practice:
- Install Docker on your system:
- Run your first Docker container:
Review:
- Quiz yourself on the basic concepts using this Docker Basics Quiz.
Day 2: Docker Architecture and Components
Objective: Learn about Docker architecture, including images, containers, volumes, and networks.
Reading Assignments:
Hands-On Practice:
- Create your first Docker image:
- Work with Docker volumes:
Review:
- Review the official Docker documentation for any unclear concepts.
- Join the Docker Community Forums to see discussions and get help with questions.
Day 3: Docker Compose and Multi-Container Applications
Objective: Learn how to define and run multi-container Docker applications using Docker Compose.
Reading Assignments:
Hands-On Practice:
- Install Docker Compose:
- Create a Docker Compose file:
Review:
- Experiment with modifying the Docker Compose file to add more services.
- Check the Docker Compose Samples repository for more complex examples.
Day 4: Docker Hub and Image Management
Objective: Learn how to use Docker Hub for storing and sharing Docker images, and how to manage images locally.
Reading Assignments:
Hands-On Practice:
- Push and pull images to/from Docker Hub:
- Tag and manage your images:
Review:
- Practice pushing and pulling different images.
- Explore popular repositories on Docker Hub for commonly used images.
Day 5: Advanced Docker Concepts and Best Practices
Objective: Understand advanced Docker concepts and best practices for Docker usage.
Reading Assignments:
Hands-On Practice:
- Write an optimized Dockerfile for a sample application:
- Implement security best practices in your Docker setup:
Review:
- Review and refactor any previous Dockerfiles or Docker Compose files to implement best practices.
- Look into container orchestration tools like Kubernetes for future learning.
By the end of this 5-day plan, you should have a solid understanding of Docker's fundamental concepts, hands-on experience with Docker commands, and familiarity with best practices for using Docker in real-world scenarios.