What are the best practices for using Docker?

What are the best practices for using Docker?

Some best practices for using Docker include keeping images small, using multi-stage builds, and managing secrets securely.

Can you explain why keeping images small is important?

Keeping images small reduces the attack surface, speeds up deployment, and saves bandwidth when pulling images.

What are multi-stage builds?

Multi-stage builds allow you to use multiple FROM statements in your Dockerfile, enabling you to separate build and runtime environments.

How can I manage secrets securely in Docker?

You can manage secrets securely in Docker by using Docker secrets, environment variables, or external secret management tools.