Build with Docker

Getting Started

Now that you’ve set up your Docker Hub account and authentication, choose your preferred Docker build method to continue:

• Run the workshop with Docker Build Local
• Run the workshop with Docker Build Cloud

Docker Build vs Docker Build Cloud

Docker enables developers to efficiently build, ship, and run containerized applications. You have two main options for building container images:

Docker Build Cloud Benefits

• Faster builds: Leverages cloud-based caching and parallel processing
• Scalability: Seamlessly handles large-scale build operations for CI/CD pipelines
• Resource efficiency: Eliminates local hardware constraints by offloading build operations
• Build consistency: Provides standardized, controlled build environments

Docker Build Local Benefits

• Internet independence: Build without requiring external services or connectivity
• Zero cost: No additional expenses beyond your local hardware resources
• Complete control: Full autonomy over your build environment configuration
• Privacy: Keep sensitive code and assets entirely on your infrastructure

Performance Comparison

Watch this side-by-side comparison between local and cloud builds:

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For detailed performance metrics and an ROI calculator, visit the Docker Build Cloud product page. The calculator demonstrates potential savings with Docker Build Cloud (example below shows estimated savings for a team of 100 engineers):

Pricing Information

Docker Build Cloud availability depends on your subscription tier:

For complete pricing details, visit the Docker Pricing page.

Workshop Example Project

This workshop uses the Rent-A-Room repository as our example application. This is a React-based project using react-scripts for building and running the frontend.

Choose Your Build Method

Select which Docker build approach you’d like to use:

• Continue with Docker Build Local - The traditional approach using your local machine resources (free, works offline)
• Switch to Docker Build Cloud - The cloud-based approach for faster builds (requires paid subscription or using free trial)