Examples of Using Container Images in Practice

Estimated time: 25 minutes

Overview

Questions

• How can I use Docker for my own work?

Objectives

• Use existing container images and Docker in a research project.

Now that we have learned the basics of working with Docker container images and containers, let’s apply what we learned to an example workflow.

You may choose one or more of the following examples to practice using containers.

GitHub Actions Example

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In this GitHub Actions example, you can learn more about continuous integration in the cloud and how you can use container images with GitHub to automate repetitive tasks like testing code or deploying websites.

Using Containers on an HPC Cluster

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In this example, you will learn about using running containers on HPC clusters.

Seeking Examples

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Do you have another example of using Docker in a workflow related to your field? Please open a lesson issue or submit a pull request to add it to this episode and the extras section of the lesson.

Key Points

• There are many ways you might use Docker and existing container images in your research project.