May 1, 2024
Updated May 12, 2025
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Containerization is a method of packaging software code and all its dependencies so that an application can run quickly and reliably from one computing environment to another. Think of it like a standardized shipping container for software; just as a physical container can be moved from a ship to a train to a truck without unpacking and repacking its contents, a software container can move between development, testing, and production environments, or even between different cloud providers or on-premises servers, with remarkable consistency. This approach fundamentally changes how applications are built, deployed, and managed.
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Reading list
We've selected eight books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Containerization.
Provides a comprehensive overview of Docker, the leading containerization platform. It's a great choice for anyone looking to gain a deep understanding of the topic.
Provides a comprehensive overview of Kubernetes Operators, a powerful mechanism for automating the management of complex Kubernetes applications. It's a great choice for anyone looking to gain a deep understanding of the topic.
This practical guide focuses specifically on Docker, the leading containerization platform. It's a great resource for developers who want to get hands-on experience with building and deploying containerized applications.
Provides a comprehensive overview of cloud native patterns, a set of best practices for building and deploying cloud-native applications. It's a great choice for anyone looking to gain a deep understanding of the topic.
Provides a comprehensive introduction to Kubernetes, the open-source container orchestration system. It's a valuable resource for anyone looking to manage and scale containerized applications in production environments.
Focuses on the security aspects of containerization. It covers best practices for securing containerized applications and protecting against vulnerabilities.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and patterns for designing and building data-intensive applications. While not specifically about containerization, it covers many relevant topics, such as distributed systems, data storage, and caching.
Provides a high-level overview of DevOps, a set of practices that aim to improve collaboration and communication between development and operations teams. While not specifically about containerization, it covers many relevant topics, such as continuous integration and continuous delivery.
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