Docker & Kubernetes Tutorial

Before you can run any containers, you need to install Docker. This tutorial covers every installation option: Docker Desktop for macOS and Windows, and Docker Engine for Linux servers. Last updated: June 2026. Docker pricing and features change frequently. Always check docker.com/pricing for the latest information. Docker Desktop vs Docker Engine There are two main ways to run Docker: Docker Desktop is a GUI application for macOS and Windows. It includes Docker Engine, Docker CLI, Docker Compose, built-in Kubernetes, and a visual dashboard. It is the easiest way to get started. ...

Docker is the most popular containerization tool in the world. According to the 2025 Stack Overflow Developer Survey, Docker is one of the most widely used tools among professional developers, with usage continuing to grow year-over-year. But what is Docker? And how is it different from a virtual machine? In this tutorial, you will learn what Docker is, how containers work, and why developers use Docker for everything from local development to production deployments. ...