🚀 Getting Started With Docker

This session provides a practical introduction to Docker and containerization, focusing on why Docker was created and how it is used to run applications consistently across different systems.

The discussion begins with common problems faced while running applications on different machines and explains how Docker addresses these issues, making development and deployment more reliable and efficient.

🧠 What You’ll Learn

Participants will learn how Docker differs from traditional virtual machines, where each approach is used, and the advantages of container-based application deployment.

Core Docker concepts such as images, containers, Dockerfiles, and volumes will be covered, along with common mistakes beginners encounter and important limitations to be aware of.

🛠️ Hands-on & Real-World Exposure

The session includes a live demonstration of running a basic application using Docker, followed by a real-world example of Docker usage to show how multiple services can be managed efficiently.

The event concludes with a discussion on practical use cases, key advantages, and suggested next steps for further learning.

📌 Topics To Be Covered

🔹 Introduction to Docker and the need for containerization
🔹 Problems Docker solves and its advantages
🔹 Docker vs Virtual Machines
🔹 Core Docker concepts: images, containers, Dockerfile, volumes
🔹 Data persistence and common beginner mistakes
🔹 Limitations and when Docker may not be suitable
🔹 Running a first Docker application (live demo)
🔹 Real-world use cases and personal server example
🔹 Advantages and learning path beyond basics

✨ This session is ideal for beginners who want to build a strong foundation in Docker and understand how modern applications are deployed in real-world environments.