Essential Docker for Python Flask Development

Overview

Docker is a tool that is used to make the creation, deployment and processing of an application easier by the use of containers. Docker is also known as containerisation and was introduced in the year 2013 by Docker. Inc. Docker containers can be run on any systems that run Docker irrespective of the settings that the system incorporates. A lot of companies and startups are moving to Docker, because it speeds up the development process and reduces the amount of debugging that occurs when they create software against different versions of their operating system and libraries.

Docker has become one of the most popular and fast growing technologies in devops and web development. However, it still needs further development and is not suitable for every projects. It is important for developers to be thorough with Docker in order to know when and where to use it effectively. This course in Essential Docker for Python Flask development will teach you the essential knowledge required to integrate Docker in your everyday development flow. This course covers the basic concepts and goes through the setup of different use cases, specifically Flask-related, from a simple web application to MySQL and MongoDB multi-server setups as well. By the end of the course, students will be able to write solid Dockerfiles and Docker Compose configuration files that will allow them to write software against reliable environments and without the need to install packages like Python, MySQL or MongoDB 

COURSE CURRICULUM
1: INTRODUCTION
Introduction to Course
Introduction to Docker
Installing Docker
Hello World
Docker Concepts
Foreground vs Background
2: SIMPLE FLASK CONTAINERS
Basic Flask Container
Running Our Basic Flask Container
A Hot Reload Gunicorn Flask App
3: DOCKER COMPOSE
Introduction to Docker Compose
The MySQL Counter App
The docker-compose file
App up and running
Interacting with the containers
A MongoDB App
Starting up the App
Running Tests
Testing the App
Using PDB with Docker
4: CONCLUSION

Learning outcomes

• Gain an understanding of how to integrate Docker in your everyday development flow.
• Learn about the basic concepts and the setup of different use cases, specifically Flask-related, from a simple web application to MySQL and MongoDB multi-server setups.
• Understand how to write solid Dockerfiles and Docker Compose configuration files that will allow to write software against reliable environments. 

Access duration

The course will be directly delivered to you, and you have 12 months access to the online learning platform from the date you joined the course.  The course is self-paced and you can complete it in stages, revisiting the lectures at any time.

Who is this course aimed at?

• IT students
• Job seekers
• IT professionals 

Method of assessment

At the end of the course, you will have one assignment to be submitted (you need a mark of 65% to pass) and you can submit the assignment at any time. You will only need to pay £19 for assessment and certification when you submit the assignment. You will receive the results within 72 hours of submittal, and will be sent a certificate in 7-14 days if you have successfully passed.

Certification and awarding body

Those who successfully complete the course will be awarded the Essential Docker for Python flask development certificate by CPD & iAP. The qualification will make you valuable to employers, and your motivation at gaining new skills will be recognised.

Tutor info

Jorge Escobar is a technologist, entrepreneur, and open source fanatic with more than 15 years of experience in the development of web applications in New York City.

Jorge is the creator of From Zero, an educational project that addresses practical knowledge issues through training, builds hands-on experience, and equips students with the tools required to be successful in today’s technology business needs.

Jorge has worked in well established companies like Yahoo!, Univision and MongoDB, and has also been the technical founding member of various successful tech startups that have received multiple rounds of venture capital. 

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