docker-deploy

Automate multi-environment Docker deployment with docker-compose and registry prefix switching.

Updated Mar 9, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/hugogu/skills --skill docker-deploy-hugogu
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Skill: docker-deploy
Source: https://github.com/hugogu/skills/tree/main/skills/docker-deploy
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hugogu/skills --skill docker-deploy-hugogu

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This skill automates the setup of a complete Docker deployment infrastructure, enabling reliable local development and production-grade deployments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Single-command deployment with docker-compose that brings up the entire stack and dependencies.
  • Environment separation for local development vs production, including build-from-source for local and prebuilt images for production.
  • Registry prefix switching to simplify multi-registry workflows, with pinned image versions and healthchecks.
  • Network-aware build/push workflow that pushes images only after successful local operations.

Quick Start

Navigate to the deploy directory and run docker-compose up --build to start the whole stack.

Frequently Asked Questions about docker-deploy

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate docker-compose deployment for multi-environment infrastructure?

Automating docker-compose deployment involves using scripts to orchestrate multi-service stacks, configuring local builds from source, and switching to prebuilt production images with registry prefix management. This provides single-command deployment for the entire infrastructure.

What is the best way to separate local development builds from production Docker images?

Separating local development from production Docker images requires environment-specific overrides. Local builds compile directly from source, while production uses prebuilt images with pinned versions and registry prefix switching to ensure stable deployments.

How do I configure Docker health checks for a multi-service stack?

Configuring Docker health checks for a multi-service stack requires adding healthcheck parameters to your docker-compose configuration to monitor service availability. This ensures network-aware workflows only push images after successful local operations.

Does this Docker deployment workflow support multi-registry image pushing?

Yes, this Docker deployment workflow supports multi-registry image pushing through registry prefix switching. It automatically manages pinned image versions across different registries and only pushes images after successful local operations complete.

Why should I pin Docker image versions in a production deployment setup?

Pinning Docker image versions in a production deployment setup prevents unexpected breaking changes caused by upstream updates. It guarantees infrastructure stability by ensuring prebuilt images remain consistent across environment overrides and registry pushes.

When do I need environment overrides for docker-compose orchestration?

Environment overrides for docker-compose orchestration are needed when managing multi-environment infrastructure that requires different build sources, registry prefixes, and healthcheck configurations. They enable seamless transitions between local development and production deployments.