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Docker Navigator: Docker AI Catalog, Build Musical Light Shows with Open Source Tools, Latest Enterprise-Grade Features

Issue #0012 by Rikki EndsleyDec 12, 2024

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Welcome to the December edition of Docker Navigator! In this issue, we’re excited to bring you the latest updates on Docker Desktop, new performance optimizations, new enterprise admin features, and the Docker AI Catalog. Plus, discover a fun DIY project for the holiday season and learn how Docker is empowering developers across different environments. Read on to dive into all the latest tips, tools, and community highlights!

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What are the latest Docker Desktop enterprise-grade performance optimizations?

Discover the latest enterprise-grade performance optimizations in Docker Desktop, designed to boost speed, reliability, and efficiency for professional developers.

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A beginner’s guide to building outdoor light shows synchronized to music with open source tools

Docker staff solutions architect Mike Coleman shares his journey into the world of DIY outdoor light displays synchronized to music, offering a beginner-friendly guide on how to build your own dazzling holiday light show using open source tools, custom hardware, and expert tips. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-time creator, you’ll find all the steps to make your neighborhood’s highlight this holiday season.

Beyond containers: Unveiling the full potential of Docker for cloud-native development

Discover how Docker’s comprehensive suite — including Docker Desktop, Docker Hub, Docker Scout, Docker Build Cloud, and Testcontainers Cloud — empowers developers to efficiently build, share, and run containerized applications, enhancing productivity and ensuring security across diverse environments.

Enhancing container security with Docker Scout and secure repositories

Learn how Docker Scout and secure repositories empower developers to enhance container security with actionable insights and built-in vulnerability scanning.

Docker News

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Docker Desktop 4.36: New enterprise administration features, WSL 2, and ECI enhancements

Explore the new features and enhancements in Docker Desktop 4.36, including improved performance, security updates, and tools for streamlined development workflows.

Accelerating AI development with the Docker AI Catalog

The Docker AI/ML container catalog streamlines AI development with pre-configured images, ensuring faster, more efficient workflows for data scientists and developers alike.

Dive deep

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Learn how to optimize Docker Hub costs with our usage dashboards

Get a closer look at Docker Hub’s new dashboards, offering real-time insights into image performance, security scans, and team activity to optimize your workflows.

Better together: Understanding the difference between sign-in enforcement and SSO

Explore Docker’s sign-in enforcement and SSO features to enhance security and simplify access management for teams and organizations.

Enabling developers with Docker Desktop on Amazon WorkSpaces Personal

In collaboration with AWS, we highlight how Docker Desktop on Amazon WorkSpaces Personal enables developers to run containerized applications in a fully managed cloud environment, streamlining development workflows and enhancing productivity.

Why Testcontainers Cloud is a game-changer compared to Docker-in-Docker for testing scenarios

Understand the differences between Testcontainers Cloud and Docker-in-Docker for testing and which solution best fits your development and CI workflows.

Dockerize WordPress: Simplify your site’s setup and deployment

Learn how to containerize your WordPress site with Docker, including creating Dockerfiles, migrating existing instances, and setting up Traefik for automatic TLS certificates. 

Extending the interaction between AI agents and editors

The Docker Labs team explains how Docker enhances collaboration between AI agents and IDEs.

Docker’s journey from open source darling to a thriving enterprise business

Docker CEO Scott Johnston sat down with Kelsey Hightower at CloudNative StartupFest and discussed the evolution of Docker.

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