Docker Command & Compose Helper
Interactively build Docker commands without having to memorize all the flags and syntax.
Docker Run Builder
Fill in the options to construct your `docker run` command for a single container.
Generated `docker run` Command
docker run -d nginx:latest
How to Use the Docker Helper
This tool demystifies Docker commands by providing a user-friendly interface for common configurations.
For `docker run` (Single Container)
- Enter the name of the Docker image you want to run (e.g., `node:18-alpine`).
- Give your container a name for easy reference.
- Toggle flags like `-d` to run it in the background.
- Add port mappings to expose your application (e.g., map host port `3000` to container port `3000`).
- Add volume mappings to persist data or sync code.
- Copy the final command from the "Generated Command" box.
For `docker-compose` (Multiple Containers)
- Click "Add Service" to define each part of your application (e.g., `webapp`, `database`).
- For each service, specify the image, container name, and restart policy.
- Add port, volume, and environment variable mappings just like with `docker run`.
- The `docker-compose.yml` file on the right will update live.
- Copy the generated YAML and save it as `docker-compose.yml` in your project. Run `docker-compose up` to start your entire stack.
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