Building and Running Custom ASP.NET Core Containers
Containerisation is no longer optional—it’s the deployment standard across enterprise tech stacks. This course cuts through the noise and teaches you exactly how to build production-ready ASP.NET Core containers, from Dockerfile fundamentals to runtime optimisation, so you can ship faster and reduce deployment friction.
AIU.ac Verdict: Ideal for backend developers and DevOps engineers who need practical containerisation skills without the fluff. Dan Wahlin’s hands-on approach means you’ll write real Dockerfiles and troubleshoot real scenarios. The main limitation: it’s focused specifically on ASP.NET Core, so you’ll need foundational .NET knowledge to get maximum value.
What This Course Covers
You’ll start with Dockerfile essentials—understanding layers, multi-stage builds, and image optimisation—before moving into ASP.NET Core-specific patterns like dependency injection, configuration management, and health checks within containers. The course emphasises production concerns: minimising image size, securing credentials, and debugging containerised applications effectively.
Practical application includes building custom base images, orchestrating multi-container setups, and integrating with container registries. You’ll work through real scenarios like handling graceful shutdowns, managing environment variables, and optimising build pipelines—skills that translate immediately into your CI/CD workflows and deployment infrastructure.
Who Is This Course For?
Ideal for:
- Backend developers transitioning to containerised architectures: You’re shipping ASP.NET Core services and need to understand Docker from first principles. This course bridges the gap between .NET knowledge and container best practices.
- DevOps engineers supporting .NET teams: You’re managing container infrastructure and need to understand ASP.NET Core-specific concerns—dependency resolution, configuration, health checks—to troubleshoot effectively.
- Tech leads evaluating containerisation strategies: You need to assess whether your team’s current containerisation approach is production-ready and identify optimisation opportunities.
May not suit:
- Developers new to .NET: You’ll struggle without foundational ASP.NET Core knowledge. Start with core .NET concepts first.
- Polyglot teams seeking language-agnostic Docker training: This is ASP.NET Core-specific. If you need general containerisation across multiple tech stacks, look for broader Docker courses.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Building and Running Custom ASP.NET Core Containers take?
The course runs for 1 hour 20 minutes. It’s designed as a focused sprint, not a comprehensive deep-dive, so you can apply containerisation skills immediately.
Do I need Docker installed before starting?
Yes. You’ll need Docker Desktop (or equivalent) and a working ASP.NET Core development environment. Pluralsight’s hands-on labs provide sandboxed environments, but local setup is recommended for real-world practice.
Will this course cover Kubernetes orchestration?
No. This course focuses on building and running individual containers. Kubernetes and orchestration are separate topics—this is the foundational layer you need first.
Is this course suitable for production deployments?
Absolutely. Dan Wahlin covers production concerns including security, image optimisation, health checks, and graceful shutdown handling. You’ll learn patterns used in enterprise deployments.
Course by Dan Wahlin on Pluralsight. Duration: 1h 20m. Last verified by AIU.ac: March 2026.
