docker-build

Automate multi-stage Docker builds with build args, caching, and tagging strategies.

1|1|Updated Mar 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dennisonbertram/go-agent-harness --skill docker-build-dennisonbertram
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Skill: docker-build
Source: https://github.com/dennisonbertram/go-agent-harness/tree/main/skills/docker-build
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dennisonbertram/go-agent-harness --skill docker-build-dennisonbertram

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Docker image builds often require verbose commands and manual setup for multi-stage builds, build args, and caching strategies. This Skill streamlines the process by providing a guided workflow and clear conventions for tagging.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-stage Docker builds with explicit build args and caching strategies for faster, reproducible images.
  • Flexible tagging conventions (latest, Git SHA, branch-based tags) to fit CI/CD pipelines.
  • Quick-start examples to reproduce common workflows in local or CI environments.

Quick Start

Build the default Docker image for the project using the standard Dockerfile and tag it as latest.

Frequently Asked Questions about docker-build

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate multi-stage Docker builds with caching and tagging?

Automate multi-stage Docker builds by using explicit build args, caching strategies, and tagging conventions to ensure reproducible images across CI/CD pipelines and local development rigs. This provides a guided workflow for efficient image creation.

What's the best way to tag Docker images for CI/CD pipelines?

Tag Docker images for CI/CD pipelines using flexible conventions like latest, Git SHA, or branch-based tags. This ensures reproducible images in various environments and streamlines deployment workflows.

How does caching work in multi-stage Docker builds?

Caching in multi-stage Docker builds works by applying explicit caching strategies during the build process. This speeds up image creation and ensures reproducible images by reusing previously built layers.

Can I use build args in Dockerfiles for local development and CI environments?

Yes, you can use build args in Dockerfiles for both local development rigs and CI environments. This allows you to configure multi-stage builds dynamically and ensure reproducible images across different contexts.

Why do my Docker image builds require verbose commands and manual setup?

Docker image builds often require verbose commands and manual setup for multi-stage builds, build args, and caching. Using a guided workflow with clear conventions streamlines this process and reduces manual configuration overhead.