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docker

n.
C1 Advanced US //ˈdɑkɝ// UK //dˈɒkɐ// dock·er

n. a tool that helps you package and run software in a way that works the same on any computer. It creates a container for your program so it doesn't depend on the specific settings of the machine it is on.

n. a platform for developing, shipping, and running applications inside containers. It provides a consistent environment for software to run regardless of the underlying infrastructure.


SIMPLE

The developer uses Docker to ensure the app runs the same on every server.

CONTEXTUAL

By using Docker, the team simplified the deployment process so that the application no longer required specific server configurations.

COMPLEX

The adoption of Docker has revolutionized modern software development by enabling developers to encapsulate their applications and dependencies into portable, self-sufficient containers that execute consistently across different environments.

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