Docker

Containers Commands

Master container operations from creation to cleanup. Learn to run, stop, inspect, and manage containers effectively for both development and production environments.

35 commands

Pro Tips

Use 'docker run --rm' for temporary containers that auto-remove when stopped - keeps your system clean.

Add '--name' to containers you'll interact with repeatedly - 'docker exec myapp bash' is easier than using IDs.

Use 'docker logs -f container' to follow logs in real-time, like 'tail -f' for containers.

Common Mistakes

Data in containers is ephemeral by default. Use volumes for any data you need to persist.

Running containers as root is a security risk. Use USER directive in Dockerfile to run as non-root.