Docker Compose is a powerful tool for defining and running multi-container Docker applications. It allows you to manage your application's services, networks, and volumes using a YAML file. Below is a comprehensive list of essential Docker Compose commands to help you manage your containerized environments efficiently.
These commands are fundamental for starting, stopping, and managing your Docker Compose services.
# To start all containers defined in the docker-compose.yml file:
docker-compose up
# To start all containers in the background (detached mode):
docker-compose up -d
# To stop all running containers:
docker-compose stop
# To stop and remove all containers, networks, images, and volumes:
docker-compose down --rmi all --volumes
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# To rebuild the images before starting all containers:
docker-compose up --build
# To start only specific containers:
docker-compose up <container_name_1> <container_name_2>
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# To list all running containers:
docker-compose ps
# To follow logs output from all containers:
docker-compose logs --follow
# To follow logs output from a specific container:
docker-compose logs --follow <container_name>
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# To display the environment variables used by a running container:
docker-compose run <container_name> env
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# To start all containers defined in a given compose file:
docker-compose -f <path/to/compose_file.yml> up
Docker Compose simplifies the orchestration of complex applications. By mastering these commands, you can effectively manage your development and production environments.
For more in-depth information, refer to the official Docker Compose documentation.