Chapter 6. Docker Compose and Deployment Practice

Docker Compose simplifies the management of multi-container applications, making it an essential tool for modern software development and deployment. By defining services, networks, and volumes in a single YAML file, Docker Compose streamlines container orchestration, allowing developers to build, test, and deploy applications with ease.

As the final chapter of this guide, we’ll not only explore how to write and execute Docker Compose files but also dive into essential commands and best practices for web app development. We’ll cover production deployment strategies to ensure efficiency, scalability, and maintainability. Additionally, we’ll discuss ways to further enhance your Docker skills beyond this guide, equipping you with advanced techniques to continue improving your containerization expertise.

Multiple Container Orchestration

Multiple container orchestration is the process of managing several interconnected containers as a single, cohesive system. In modern application development, different components—such as databases, web servers, caching