Docker for Absolute Beginners
Docker for Absolute Beginners: a beginner Docker course preparing for DCA with 6 hours of lessons and hands-on labs. Modules: Containers vs VMs, Images, Networking, Volumes, Compose.
Modules
- Containers vs VMs
- Images
- Networking
- Volumes
- Compose
Labs
- Docker: Run Your First Container — Marketing needs a quick nginx web server for a landing page demo.
- Docker: Build and Run Your Own Image — Package the team website in `~/webapp` as an image so it runs the same everywhere.
- containerd: Pull and Run with ctr — Kubernetes nodes run containerd, not Docker. Learn to inspect and run containers at that level.
FAQ
How long is Docker for Absolute Beginners?
About 6 hours of guided lessons plus hands-on labs, at your own pace.
Do I need my own lab setup?
No. Every lab runs in your browser on a real machine provided by AI WebAsha.
Does it prepare for DCA?
Yes. The modules and labs follow the DCA objectives and include mock exam practice.