DevOps Containerization and Orchestration: Deploying Containers

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DevOps Containerization and Orchestration: Deploying Containers

In this lab, you’ll practice using Docker and Docker Compose to build and run containers. When you’re finished, you’ll know how to run just about any software you can imagine in a container.

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Lab Info

Level

Beginner

Last updated

Oct 16, 2025

Duration

1h 15m

Challenge

Set up and Use Docker

The Docker Engine package is pre-installed so you can get right to work using it. Now it's time to learn how to pull images and run containers to better understand how Docker simplifies using software.
Challenge

Build and Deploy Containerized Applications

Previously you saw how to run existing applications from Docker Hub. Now, you will learn how to build your own images, to modify existing images, and bundle custom software.
Challenge

Use Docker Compose for Multi-container Applications

Naturally, you'll want to use more than one container at a time. Docker Compose makes it easy to run multiple containers with a single command!
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The Last Challenge

Welcome to the final challenge! This is your last chance to experiment in the environment. Clicking Finish Lab will end this little world that flittered into existence just for you.

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