This comprehensive course on Docker Fundamentals equips you with the skills to build, deploy, and manage containerized applications using Docker. Begin by understanding the core concepts of Docker, its installation on Windows, and the architecture of containers. Learn to create and manage containers, use Docker Compose and Docker Swarm for orchestration, and write Dockerfiles to automate deployments. Progress to hands-on experience with Docker CLI commands, networking, and real-world comparisons between Docker, Kubernetes, and virtual machines for optimized DevOps workflows.
Docker training for Beginners
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5 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
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What you'll learn
Master Docker setup and container creation across development environments
Build and deploy applications using Dockerfiles, Compose, and Swarm
Execute core Docker CLI commands for managing containers and networks
Compare Docker with Kubernetes and VMs for optimal infrastructure decisions
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July 2025
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There are 2 modules in this course
Master containerization with this Docker Fundamentals module. Start with the basics, understand what Docker is and how to install it on Windows. Learn to create containers, explore advanced Docker concepts, and use Docker Compose and Docker Swarm for orchestration. Get hands-on with Dockerfile creation and demos to build, deploy, and manage containerized applications efficiently.
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9 videos1 reading4 assignments
Get hands-on with Docker commands and real-world application deployment in this advanced module. Learn to build, run, and manage containers using CLI and Dockerfiles. Explore Docker networking concepts through practical demos. Understand key differences between Docker and Kubernetes, and compare Docker with traditional virtual machines for optimized DevOps workflows.
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10 videos3 assignments
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, Docker is beginner-friendly and a great way to learn modern app deployment using containers.
Start with the basics of containerization, install Docker Desktop, and follow hands-on tutorials or beginner courses.
You can grasp Docker fundamentals in 1–2 weeks with consistent practice and hands-on projects.
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