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5/10/2026
Docker containers – How to Think About It (Inception 42 exercise)

Docker containers – How to Think About It (Inception 42 exercise)

Short summary

Tutorial on Docker containerization from 42 school Inception project teaching the mental model for structuring multi-service containers with MariaDB, NGINX, and WordPress using volumes, networks, and secrets. Covers Makefile, docker-compose configuration, and Dockerfile basics—emphasizing understanding over copy-pasting code.

  • Teaches Docker architecture mental model via 42 school Inception project structure
  • Details docker-compose services, networks, volumes, and secrets configuration
  • Includes practical Makefile and docker-compose examples for WordPress stack

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