Webinar: Getting Started with Docker Containers
Docker is no longer optional—it’s the industry standard for shipping applications. This webinar cuts through the hype and gets you containerising code in 81 minutes, with hands-on labs you can run immediately.
AIU.ac Verdict: Ideal for developers and DevOps newcomers who need Docker fundamentals without the fluff. Dan Wahlin’s teaching style is direct and practical. Note: this is a webinar, not a full course, so expect breadth over depth—perfect for deciding if Docker is your next skill to deepen.
What This Course Covers
You’ll start with why containers matter in modern development pipelines, then move straight into Docker architecture, images, and containers. The webinar covers pulling pre-built images, running containers, exposing ports, and managing data with volumes—all the essentials you need to understand what’s happening when your team deploys containerised apps.
The hands-on labs embedded throughout let you experiment in a sandbox environment without installing Docker locally. By the end, you’ll grasp how containers solve the ‘works on my machine’ problem, understand the difference between images and running containers, and be ready to explore Docker Compose or Kubernetes next.
Who Is This Course For?
Ideal for:
- Backend developers new to containerisation: You’re shipping code to production and keep hearing ‘Docker this, Docker that.’ This webinar demystifies containers so you can collaborate confidently with DevOps teams.
- DevOps engineers transitioning into container orchestration: You manage infrastructure and need to speak Docker fluently before moving to Kubernetes or cloud-native platforms.
- Career-switchers and bootcamp graduates: Docker is on every job spec. This 81-minute primer gives you the conceptual foundation and hands-on proof you can work with containers.
May not suit:
- Advanced container architects: If you’re already running multi-container orchestration or optimising image layers, this webinar will feel too introductory.
- Learners who need deep certification prep: This is a webinar, not a full course. For Docker Certified Associate or production-grade expertise, you’ll need longer, structured training.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Webinar: Getting Started with Docker Containers take?
1 hour 21 minutes. It’s designed as a focused introduction, so you can complete it in one sitting or split across two short sessions.
Do I need Docker installed to follow along?
No. Pluralsight provides sandbox environments with hands-on labs, so you can learn without local installation. You can install Docker yourself afterwards to practise further.
Who is Dan Wahlin?
Dan Wahlin is a respected cloud and DevOps instructor with deep expertise in containerisation and microservices. He’s one of Pluralsight’s top-tier authors (only 5.5% of applicants are accepted).
Will this prepare me for Docker in production?
This webinar gives you the conceptual and practical foundation. For production readiness, you’ll want to follow up with courses on Docker Compose, networking, security, and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.
Course by Dan Wahlin on Pluralsight. Duration: 1h 21m. Last verified by AIU.ac: March 2026.
