Running Java Microservices with Docker

Course Description

Welcome to "Running Java Microservices with Docker," an innovative and hands-on guided project designed to equip you with essential containerization skills in just about an hour. This intermediate-level course, offered by IBM, is perfect for those looking to enhance their career prospects in the rapidly evolving field of cloud computing and microservices architecture.

In this project, you'll dive deep into the world of Docker, learning how to efficiently package and run Java microservices using this powerful containerization technology. You'll gain practical experience in constructing Dockerfiles, creating Docker images, and running containers, all while understanding the crucial concept of externalizing server configurations.

The best part? You don't need to worry about complex software installations. Our course provides access to a cloud-based Integrated Development Environment (IDE) with all the necessary tools pre-installed, including Docker and OpenShift. All you need is a modern web browser to get started on this exciting journey!

What You'll Learn

• Package microservices effectively
• Create and understand Dockerfiles
• Build Docker images using the docker build command
• Run microservices in Docker containers using the docker run command
• Externalize server configurations and understand their importance
• Gain practical, hands-on experience with containerization techniques
• Develop skills that are highly valued in today's tech industry

Prerequisites

• Basic computer skills
• Access to a web browser (recent version)
• No prior Docker or microservices experience required

Course Content

• Introduction to Docker and microservices
• Creating and understanding Dockerfiles
• Building Docker images with the docker build command
• Running Docker containers with the docker run command
• Externalizing server configurations
• Best practices for containerizing Java microservices
• Hands-on exercises using a cloud-based IDE

Who This Course Is For

• Software developers looking to expand their skillset
• IT professionals interested in cloud technologies
• Students pursuing computer science or related fields
• Anyone looking to understand containerization and microservices architecture
• Professionals aiming to enhance their career prospects in modern software development

Real-World Applications

• Develop and deploy scalable microservices-based applications
• Improve application portability and consistency across different environments
• Streamline development and deployment processes in software projects
• Contribute to DevOps practices in their organizations
• Enhance system reliability and ease of maintenance
• Stay competitive in the job market by mastering in-demand containerization skills

Syllabus

1. Introduction to Docker and microservices
2. Understanding Dockerfiles and their components
3. Creating Docker images with the docker build command
4. Running Docker containers with the docker run command
5. Externalizing server configurations: importance and implementation
6. Hands-on exercises using the provided cloud-based IDE
7. Best practices and real-world applications
8. Final project: Containerizing a Java microservice