Introduction to Docker Compose

Welcome to the Docker Compose section of the Docker documentation. This section covers the basics of Docker Compose and how to use it to manage multi-container applications.

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This section is under construction.

Please do not use this section as a reference for now.

What is Docker Compose?

Docker Compose is a tool that allows you to define and run multi-container Docker applications. With Compose, you can define a multi-container application in a single file, then spin up your application with a single command. Compose is particularly useful for development and testing environments, where you need to quickly spin up a set of containers to test your application.

Why Use Docker Compose?

Docker Compose simplifies the process of defining and running multi-container applications. Instead of manually creating and running each container, you can define your application in a single file and use Compose to manage the containers for you. This makes it easier to spin up your application in different environments and share it with others.

How Does Docker Compose Work?

Docker Compose uses a YAML file to define your application's services, networks, and volumes. You can define multiple services in a single Compose file, each with its own configuration options. When you run docker-compose up, Compose reads the YAML file and creates the necessary containers, networks, and volumes to run your application.

Getting Started with Docker Compose

First, make sure to have some basic knowledge of Docker before diving into Docker Compose. If you're new to Docker, you can start with the Introduction to Docker section then come back here.

To get started with Docker Compose, you'll need to install Docker Compose on your system. You can find installation instructions for various platforms below:

• Ubuntu
• Windows

Next Step

Continue to Docker Compose File to learn more about the Docker Compose file format.

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