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Initializing the Docker Environment

Docker is the leading containerization platform. If you are using containers, you are likely using Docker. In order to work with Docker, you must have the Docker daemon, and CLI available. This lab teaches you how to set up your environment, so you can get started working with Docker today!

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Level
Clock icon Beginner
Duration
Clock icon 15m
Published
Clock icon Nov 20, 2020

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Table of Contents

  1. Challenge

    Install Docker

    1. Install the latest version of Docker from Docker's repository.

  2. Challenge

    Enable the Docker Daemon

    1. Using systemd, start the Docker daemon, and set it to run at startup.

  3. Challenge

    Configure User Permissions

    1. Add your user to the docker group.

  4. Challenge

    Run a Test Image

    1. Run the hello-world image to ensure everything was installed properly.
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The Cloud Content team comprises subject matter experts hyper focused on services offered by the leading cloud vendors (AWS, GCP, and Azure), as well as cloud-related technologies such as Linux and DevOps. The team is thrilled to share their knowledge to help you build modern tech solutions from the ground up, secure and optimize your environments, and so much more!

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Hands-on Labs are real environments created by industry experts to help you learn. These environments help you gain knowledge and experience, practice without compromising your system, test without risk, destroy without fear, and let you learn from your mistakes. Hands-on Labs: practice your skills before delivering in the real world.

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We will provide the credentials and environment necessary for you to practice right within your browser.

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Follow along with the author’s guided walkthrough and build something new in your provided environment!

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