Container: A lightweight package containing an application and everything it depends on, which runs the same way on any machine.
Example
The API runs in one container and the database in another.
Why Container matters for IT interns
Containers are common in modern deployments. The basic idea is enough to follow most team discussions.
Where you will hear it
You will hear this term when your team builds, deploys, and runs software on servers and cloud platforms. If someone uses it and you are not sure what they mean in your project, it is completely fine to ask; every team uses terms a little differently.
Related terms
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- Continuous Deployment (CD): Automatically releasing tested changes to an environment, sometimes all the way to production.
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- Deployment: Moving a new version of software onto the servers or environment where it runs, so people can use it.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Container?
A lightweight package containing an application and everything it depends on, which runs the same way on any machine.
What is an example of Container?
The API runs in one container and the database in another.
Why does Container matter for IT interns?
Containers are common in modern deployments. The basic idea is enough to follow most team discussions.
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