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This month, we’re diving into the future of secure software and AI development. From Docker Hardened Images to smarter AI workflows with Model Runner and Model Context Protocol (MCP), there’s a lot to explore. Whether you’re shipping your next app or experimenting with GenAI, we’ve got tools, insights, and community stories to help you move faster — and stay secure.
Introducing Docker Hardened Images: Secure, minimal, and ready for production
We’re excited to introduce Docker Hardened Images, secure-by-default container images purpose-built for modern production environments. Get your team started today for near-zero CVEs, up to 95% smaller images, and an enterprise-grade SLA for rapid remediation.
Docker News
Now generally available: Settings Management for Docker Desktop
We’re excited to announce that Settings Management for Docker Desktop is now in GA! Customers with a Docker Business subscription can configure it in the Admin Console.
Demo series: Unlock the full power of Docker
See what’s new from Docker, including Hardened Images, MCP Catalog and Toolkit, Model Runner, and more! Whether you’re just starting with Docker or you’re a long-time user, this is your chance to discover some of our latest launches.
Hathora: So, how much slower are containers?
Container adoption has seen slow adoption in the gaming industry because of fears around performance impacts. But, is the concern valid? The team over at Hathora decided to put containers to the test through several benchmarks and found some interesting results!
From models to MCP to agents: The future of AI development
Building images is a common practice when working with containers. But, how does it work? What are builders? And what configuration options help maximize build speeds and cache usage? Sign up for this on-demand webinar to get answers to these questions and more.
Modernizing AI workflows: How containers make it possible
Learn how containers make modernizing AI workflows possible and how the right partner accelerates secure, efficient GenAI development at scale.
Dive Deep
How to use Docker MCP Catalog and Toolkit
Learn about MCP’s benefits and challenges and how Docker is solving them with the MCP Catalog and Toolkit. We’ll also see a demo of using the MCP Toolkit to add GitHub functionality in VS Code, making Copilot interactions more capable and streamlined.
Develop with speed and security using Docker
In this episode of Docker 2.0 Spotlight, Michael Donovan, VP of Product at Docker, breaks down how Docker’s secure development environments help teams stay fast and secure with role-based access, containerized isolation, and automated security checks.
How to make an AI chatbot from scratch using Docker Model Runner
Follow this comprehensive guide on how to make an AI chatbot and run it locally! You’ll also learn how to set up real-time monitoring insights, streaming responses, and a modern React interface — all orchestrated through familiar Docker workflows.
Language-specific guides: Angular and React.js
Need to work with Angular or React.js? We’ve got documentation for that! Check out our newest guides to use Docker with your preferred coding language.
Around the Community
Check out the Docker Forums
Looking for help, curious about how others are using Docker, or want to share something cool you built? The Docker Forums are a great place to explore new ideas, ask questions, and collaborate with fellow developers.
Here’s what’s happening in the community:
- Docker networks with Compose — The community dived into Docker networks and sharing a Compose file.
- MAC and IP address duplication — Users spotted an issue with the popular MacVLAN network driver in a Swarm cluster. One of our most active users helped to understand the problem and even created an issue on GitHub.
Skill Up with Docker Live and On-Demand Training
Live training
Join us for a live session with a Docker expert! Each session includes a post-training Q&A, where you can get support on specific troubleshooting questions.
Register for an upcoming live session:
- Docker admin: Set up your org for success
- Docker developers: Accelerate development with Docker
- From code to cloud: Go live with build, test, and Scout
- Docker fundamentals
- Docker secure, build, and test
All of our onboarding and enablement sessions are live each month, so if you can’t make it this month, you can join us the following month.
Can’t make it to a live session? Watch our latest on-demand training at your convenience.
Questions? Reach the customer success team at successteam@docker.com.
On the Calendar
Meet our Product and Engineering teams at leading tech conferences worldwide, where they share expertise, explore Docker’s latest advancements, and collaborate with the global tech community to shape the future of innovation.
- WeAreDevelopers — Berlin, Germany — July 9-11 — The EU’s largest gathering of software innovators. Hear a visionary keynote session from Docker’s leadership. Participate in our workshops and sessions, and meet up with us at the Docker booth.
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