Docker is a platform that enables developers to develop, ship, and run applications in containers. Containers are lightweight, standalone, and executable packages that include everything needed to run a piece of software, including the code, runtime, system tools, system libraries, and settings. Docker provides a consistent environment across different systems, making it easier to develop and deploy applications.

A Dockerfile is a text document that contains all the commands needed to assemble a Docker image. Docker images are the blueprints for containers, providing a snapshot of a specific environment, including the operating system, libraries, and dependencies required to run an application. Dockerfiles allow developers to define the configuration of the image, ensuring consistency and reproducibility across different environments.

Docker Compose is a tool for defining and running multi-container Docker applications. It uses a YAML file to configure the services, networks, and volumes required for an application. Docker Compose simplifies the process of managing complex applications composed of multiple containers by providing a single command to start, stop, and manage the entire application stack. It enables developers to define the relationships between different services and orchestrate their interactions seamlessly.

Docker Compose is used in this project to define and manage the multi-container infrastructure required for running NGINX, WordPress with php-fpm, and MariaDB. By using Docker Compose, the project ensures consistency and reproducibility across different environments, simplifies the deployment process, and allows for easy scaling and orchestration of the application stack.

In the context of Docker, an image is a lightweight, standalone, and executable package that includes everything needed to run a piece of software. Images are built from Dockerfiles and serve as the blueprints for containers. Containerization refers to the process of packaging an application and its dependencies into a container image, enabling the application to run in isolation on any host system with Docker installed. Containers are instances of Docker images, providing a consistent and isolated environment for running applications.

"Inception" is a project that showcases adept design and implementation of a Docker-based infrastructure, demonstrating proficiency in containerization and deployment techniques. The project involves crafting Dockerfiles for NGINX, WordPress with php-fpm, and MariaDB, ensuring customized environments by avoiding pre-built images. Additionally, the project excels in configuring and optimizing each service to align seamlessly with project specifications.

• Docker Containerization: Demonstrated proficiency in containerization by designing and implementing Dockerfiles for NGINX, WordPress + php-fpm, and MariaDB.

• Customized Environments: Ensured customized environments by avoiding pre-built images, allowing for tailored configurations to meet project requirements.

• Service Configuration and Optimization: Excelled in configuring and optimizing each service, ensuring seamless alignment with project specifications and enhancing performance.

The project leverages the following technologies:

• Docker: Used for containerization and deployment, providing a consistent environment across different systems.

• NGINX: Used as a web server and reverse proxy, handling HTTP requests and serving static content efficiently.

• WordPress + php-fpm: Utilized for dynamic content management, providing a flexible and customizable platform for web development.

• MariaDB: Used as a relational database management system, providing robust data storage and retrieval capabilities.

To utilize the Docker-based infrastructure provided by the "Inception" project, follow these steps:

1. Clone this repository:

  git clone https://github.com/zrabhi/Inception.git

Go to the project directory

  cd srcs

run docker-compose

  docker-compose up