--- title: Best Docker posts of 2025 | daily.dev description: The most upvoted Docker posts of 2025, curated by the daily.dev community. canonical: https://daily.dev/tags/docker/best-of/2025 twitter:card: summary_large_image twitter:site: @dailydotdev og:url: https://daily.dev/tags/docker/best-of/2025 og:type: website og:site_name: daily.dev og:title: Best Docker posts of 2025 | daily.dev og:description: The most upvoted Docker posts of 2025, curated by the daily.dev community. og:image: https://media.daily.dev/image/upload/s--VAY5ToZt--/f_auto/v1724209435/public/daily.dev%20-%20open%20graph --- # Best of Docker — 2025 1. 1 [](/posts/ep144-the-9-algorithms-that-dominate-our-world-dhmssnhmm "EP144: The 9 Algorithms That Dominate Our World") Article ByteByteGo · 2y EP144: The 9 Algorithms That Dominate Our World Explore the 9 algorithms that dominate our world, understand the role of an API gateway in system design, learn how gRPC works, and compare Docker with Kubernetes for managing containerized applications. Also, review various API architecture styles and get insights into CI/CD pipeline and different app architecture patterns. 1.5K 27 2. 2 [](/posts/stop-using-docker-like-its-2015-nsfus0snx "Stop Using Docker like its 2015") Article DEV · 1y Stop Using Docker like its 2015 Docker has significantly evolved since 2015\. Modern practices such as omitting the \`version:\` field in Docker Compose, implementing healthchecks, using non-root users, leveraging multi-stage builds, and utilizing BuildKit for caching are essential for efficient Docker usage. Avoiding outdated habits can transform Docker into a fast and reliable production orchestration tool. 956 30 3. 3 [](/posts/how-i-finally-understood-docker-and-kubernetes-jgnqpnbqp "How I Finally Understood Docker and Kubernetes") Article Javarevisited · 1y How I Finally Understood Docker and Kubernetes A developer shares their journey from confusion to understanding Docker and Kubernetes by focusing on practical problems rather than technical jargon. Docker is explained as a way to package applications with their dependencies into portable containers, while Kubernetes is presented as a system for managing multiple containers in coordination. The author emphasizes learning through hands-on experience with simple projects, starting with single containers and gradually building up to multi-container systems with deployments and services. 684 21 4. 4 [](/posts/a-docker-tutorial-for-dummies-4gmvtd5n7 "A Docker Tutorial For Dummies") Video The Coding Sloth · 2y A Docker Tutorial For Dummies Docker is a widely-used tool that simplifies the process of developing, deploying, and running applications within lightweight containers. It helps developers avoid compatibility issues by packaging code and its dependencies together. This tutorial provides a step-by-step guide to getting started with Docker, covering the basics of images and containers, setting up Docker on your development environment, writing Dockerfiles, and managing multi-container applications with Docker Compose. 589 11 5. 5 [](/posts/awesome-docker-compose-uec1xdc73 "Awesome Docker Compose") Article Community Picks · 1y Awesome Docker Compose Discover over 700 popular self-hosted apps that can be quickly deployed using Docker Compose. This platform offers pre-configured docker-compose.yml templates for easy deployment and customization, along with insights into directory structures and comprehensive resources for each app. 491 16 6. 6 [](/posts/my-favorite-apps-launched-in-2025-so-far--fqgg42c1t "My Favorite Apps Launched in 2025 (So Far)") Article selfh.st · 1y My Favorite Apps Launched in 2025 (So Far) A curated list of 11 self-hosted applications launched in the first half of 2025, including document management tools like Papra, reverse proxy solution Pangolin, Notion alternative Colanode, authentication middleware Tinyauth, and various other utilities for asset tracking, log monitoring, image optimization, file sharing, analytics, and music metadata editing. Each application is highlighted for its simplicity, unique features, or improvements over existing alternatives in the self-hosted software ecosystem. 445 16 7. 7 [](/posts/self-hosting-like-its-2025-6psxz9cb6 "Self Hosting Like Its 2025") Article Hacker News · 2y Self Hosting Like Its 2025 Self-hosting has become a popular alternative to using data-collecting services. The post discusses the benefits of self-hosting, highlights helpful yet lesser-known software, and provides insights into container runtimes like Docker, Podman, and Kubernetes. It also covers web-based tools for managing containers such as Portainer and Dockge, and discusses reverse proxy and VPN solutions like Pangolin and NetBird. Additionally, it references resources for finding more applications and tools to enhance the self-hosting experience. 444 13 8. 8 [](/posts/essential-cli-tui-tools-for-developers-lm7dks3lz "Essential CLI/TUI Tools for Developers") Article freeCodeCamp · 2y Essential CLI/TUI Tools for Developers Developers extensively using terminals can enhance their productivity through various CLI/TUI tools. This selection includes tools for Kubernetes management, container monitoring, text processing, Git handling, and more. Each tool is presented with an overview, key features, and installation instructions for different operating systems. 328 2 9. 9 [](/posts/mastering-docker-and-jenkins-build-robust-ci-cd-pipelines-efficiently-b3kvhipze "Mastering Docker and Jenkins: Build Robust CI/CD Pipelines Efficiently") Article Docker · 2y Mastering Docker and Jenkins: Build Robust CI/CD Pipelines Efficiently Learn how combining Docker and Jenkins can enhance CI/CD pipelines, ensuring consistent environments and faster deployments. The guide covers setup essentials, pipeline configuration, using plugins, optimizing pipelines, and troubleshooting. Key benefits include uniformity from development to production, scalability, and reduced errors. 329 5 10. 10 [](/posts/you-need-to-use-n8n-right-now-free-local-private--wvx9jba9f "You NEED to Use n8n RIGHT NOW!! (Free, Local, Private)") Video NetworkChuck · 1y You NEED to Use n8n RIGHT NOW!! (Free, Local, Private) n8n is a powerful open-source automation platform that allows users to create workflows connecting various services and APIs. The tutorial demonstrates setting up n8n both locally and in the cloud, creating automated news aggregation workflows that pull from RSS feeds, integrate AI summarization, and send notifications to Discord. Key features include visual workflow building, extensive service integrations, AI agent capabilities with tools and memory, and the ability to execute system commands for home lab automation. 324 17 11. 11 [](/posts/self-host-weekly-9-may-2025--z26ybk0nk "Self-Host Weekly (9 May 2025)") Article selfh.st · 1y Self-Host Weekly (9 May 2025) This post discusses the state of self-hosted communication platforms, emphasizing the challenge of encouraging adoption amid popular hosted services. It highlights interoperability issues and mentions recent software updates and new releases in the self-hosting space, offering insights into the latest developments and projects. 280 9 12. 12 [](/posts/dockerfiles-for-absolute-beginners-a3me3vvmi "Dockerfiles for absolute beginners") Video Fly.io · 2y Dockerfiles for absolute beginners Containerized apps are common, but Dockerfile complexity can intimidate newcomers. This guide breaks down Dockerfile basics, including instructions, layers, and multi-stage builds. You can generate Dockerfiles using tools like fly.io and npm packages to simplify the process. 257 1 13. 13 [](/posts/devops-full-course-build-and-deploy-a-scalable-production-ready-api-xz7rcmo0n "DevOps Full Course | Build and Deploy a Scalable Production Ready API") Video JavaScript Mastery · 1y DevOps Full Course | Build and Deploy a Scalable Production Ready API A comprehensive DevOps course covering fundamentals through production deployment. Teaches Git version control, CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions, Docker containerization, Kubernetes orchestration, and infrastructure as code. Includes hands-on project building a production-ready API with authentication, database integration, monitoring, and security features using modern tools like PostgreSQL, Neon DB, and Arkjet. 242 8 14. 14 [](/posts/this-one-tool-forever-changed-how-i-use-docker-rhfscejct "This one tool forever changed how I use Docker") Video typecraft · 2y This one tool forever changed how I use Docker Managing Docker containers and images can be simplified with a tool called lazy Docker. Created by Jesse Duffield, it offers a terminal UI that helps users perform Docker commands with ease. This tool allows you to manage containers, images, volumes, and networks through a clean and efficient terminal interface. Instructions for installation on different operating systems, such as Mac, Windows, and others, are provided. It’s useful for those who often forget Docker commands or prefer working within the terminal. 232 3 15. 15 [](/posts/tibixdev-winboat-run-windows-apps-on-linux-with-seamless-integration-tiffy9y2y "TibixDev/winboat: Run Windows apps on 🐧 Linux with ✨ seamless integration") Article Hacker News · 1y TibixDev/winboat: Run Windows apps on 🐧 Linux with ✨ seamless integration WinBoat is an open-source tool that enables running Windows applications natively on Linux systems through virtualization and containerization. It provides seamless integration with the Linux desktop environment, automated installation processes, filesystem sharing between Windows and Linux, and supports running both individual Windows apps and the full Windows desktop experience. The project is currently in beta and requires KVM virtualization, Docker, and specific system resources to function properly. 230 15 16. 16 [](/posts/how-to-build-a-production-ready-devops-pipeline-with-free-tools-1csk1l3bk "How to Build a Production-Ready DevOps Pipeline with Free Tools") Article freeCodeCamp · 1y How to Build a Production-Ready DevOps Pipeline with Free Tools Learn how to build a production-ready DevOps pipeline using free tools, featuring GitHub Actions for CI/CD, Terraform for infrastructure setup, Docker optimization techniques, K3d for Kubernetes, and various monitoring and security solutions. This guide is ideal for small projects, offering a step-by-step walkthrough of creating, testing, deploying, and securing applications efficiently without spending money. 228 5 17. 17 [](/posts/go-cron---a-self-hosted-go-based-task-scheduler-with-gui-qjem1ghqi "Go Cron - A Self Hosted Go Based Task Scheduler with GUI") Article Noted · 2y Go Cron - A Self Hosted Go Based Task Scheduler with GUI GoCron is a Go and Vue.js based task scheduler that simplifies job management through YAML configuration. It supports cron scheduling, environment variables, and comes with pre-installed backup software such as Borg, Restic, and Rclone. Installation can be easily managed using Docker Compose. The simple UI allows manual running of jobs and viewing live logs. 196 1 18. 18 [](/posts/self-host-deepseek-with-ollama-and-open-webui-rzbhhqi7l "Self-Host DeepSeek with Ollama and Open WebUI") Article Noted · 2y Self-Host DeepSeek with Ollama and Open WebUI DeepSeek R1 is an advanced AI model developed by the Chinese company DeepSeek, released in 2023\. It is designed to run efficiently on lower-grade hardware thanks to distilled versions available on Ollama. The post provides instructions for installing DeepSeek R1 using Open WebUI and highlights the model's capabilities in natural language understanding and problem-solving. By sharing its technology openly, DeepSeek aims to drive innovation in AGI systems. 193 6 19. 19 [](/posts/learn-docker-in-2025---complete-roadmap-beginner-to-pro-0os4ijj3j "Learn Docker in 2025 - Complete Roadmap Beginner to Pro") Video TechWorld with Nana · 1y Learn Docker in 2025 - Complete Roadmap Beginner to Pro A comprehensive Docker learning roadmap that takes beginners through containerization fundamentals, from understanding the 'it works on my machine' problem to advanced production practices. Covers essential concepts including Docker images, containers, Dockerfile creation, Docker Compose for multi-container applications, networking, volumes for data persistence, and production best practices like security scanning and multi-stage builds. Also introduces container orchestration with Kubernetes as the natural next step for scaling containerized applications. 188 3 20. 20 [](/posts/termix-a-self-hosted-all-in-one-platform-for-server-management-kj7fhzy3p "Termix: A Self-Hosted, All-in-One Platform for Server Management") Article Noted · 1y Termix: A Self-Hosted, All-in-One Platform for Server Management Termix is an open-source, self-hosted platform that consolidates server management tasks into a single web interface. It provides SSH terminal access with split panels, SSH tunneling with auto-reconnect, remote file editing with syntax highlighting, real-time system monitoring, and Docker container management. The platform emphasizes privacy and control by running entirely on your own infrastructure without external dependencies or subscriptions. 187 21. 21 [](/posts/cancel-your-ai-subscriptions-wan-image2video-is-here--bjiykqv78 "Cancel your AI subscriptions. Wan Image2Video Is Here.") Video YouTube · 2y Cancel your AI subscriptions. Wan Image2Video Is Here. Discover how to get started with the Onean image-to-video AI model, which is open-source and can be used in ComfyUI and Swarm. The guide walks through installation steps, including updating ComfyUI, managing nodes, and downloading necessary models. Tips for using low VRAM systems and optimizing video generation resolution are also covered. 181 5 22. 22 [](/posts/how-to-containerize-a-node-js-application-using-docker-a-beginner-s-guide-babzmclp6 "How to Containerize a Node.js Application Using Docker – A Beginner's Guide") Article freeCodeCamp · 2y How to Containerize a Node.js Application Using Docker – A Beginner's Guide Learn how to containerize a Node.js application using Docker with this step-by-step guide. The tutorial covers the basics of Docker, key terms, and commands, providing a hands-on demo project to containerize a simple Node.js-based backend service. Instructions on creating a Dockerfile, setting up Docker, and running your application inside a container are included, along with benefits and best practices of using Docker. 180 23. 23 [](/posts/docker-approaches-to-multiple-environments-zgzigzyx1 "Docker Approaches to Multiple Environments") Article Simple Thread · 1y Docker Approaches to Multiple Environments Explores two strategies for managing Docker configurations across development, staging, and production environments. The first approach uses separate Dockerfiles for each environment (similar to Rails configuration patterns), while the second leverages Docker's multi-stage builds to handle multiple environments within a single Dockerfile. Compares the trade-offs between explicit separation versus DRY principles, helping teams choose the right approach based on their complexity needs and Docker expertise. 179 2 24. 24 [](/posts/local-first--goztrliqv "Local first.") Article Tinybird · 2y Local first. Tinybird introduces Tinybird Local, a Docker container that allows developers to run a full instance of Tinybird's data processing platform on their laptops. This local-first approach enables development, testing, and deployment of data applications both locally and in the cloud seamlessly. The container includes core Tinybird functionalities and several optimizations for performance but lacks some cloud-specific features. The initiative aims to provide a more controlled, offline, and versatile development environment. 175 25. 25 [](/posts/learn-n8n-to-design-develop-and-deploy-production-grade-ai-agents-3d7bteebb "Learn n8n to Design, Develop, and Deploy Production-Grade AI Agents") Article freeCodeCamp · 44w Learn n8n to Design, Develop, and Deploy Production-Grade AI Agents n8n is an open-source visual workflow automation tool for connecting applications, APIs, and AI models. A comprehensive beginner course covers building practical AI agents including email automation, research workflows with OpenAI and Perplexity, and a customer support RAG agent using vector databases like Pinecone. 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