Course Description
Welcome to an exciting and hands-on guided project that will immerse you in the world of Java microservices and Docker containerization. This intermediate-level course, offered by IBM, is designed to equip you with essential skills in running Java microservices using Docker, a powerful containerization platform. In just about an hour, you'll gain practical experience and knowledge that can significantly boost your career prospects in the field of computer science and software development.
What Students Will Learn
- Package microservices effectively
- Construct Dockerfiles for containerization
- Create Docker images using the docker build command
- Run images as Docker containers using the docker run command
- Understand the importance of externalizing server configurations
- Gain hands-on experience with containerization techniques
Prerequisites
- Basic computer skills
- Access to a web browser
- Familiarity with Java programming (recommended but not strictly required)
Course Content
- Introduction to Docker and containerization
- Creating and structuring Dockerfiles
- Building Docker images from Dockerfiles
- Running Docker containers and managing them
- Externalizing server configurations for flexibility and security
- Best practices for containerizing Java microservices
Who This Course Is For
- Software developers looking to expand their skillset
- DevOps professionals aiming to improve their containerization knowledge
- Computer science students interested in modern deployment techniques
- IT professionals seeking to understand microservices architecture
- Anyone interested in learning about Docker and its applications in Java development
Real-World Applications
The skills acquired in this course have immediate real-world applications. Learners will be able to:
- Implement microservices architecture in their projects
- Streamline deployment processes using Docker
- Improve application scalability and portability
- Enhance collaboration between development and operations teams
- Optimize resource utilization in cloud environments
- Contribute to DevOps practices in their organizations
This course provides a cloud-based IDE with all necessary software pre-installed, making it accessible and convenient for learners to dive right into the practical aspects of Docker and microservices. By the end of this project, you'll have gained valuable, hands-on experience that will set you apart in the competitive field of software development and cloud computing.