docker-management

Manage Docker containers, images, volumes, networks, and Compose stacks.

Updated May 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ruiyangruiyi/hermes-agent --skill docker-management-ruiyangruiyi
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: docker-management
Source: https://github.com/ruiyangruiyi/hermes-agent/tree/main/optional-skills/devops/docker-management
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ruiyangruiyi/hermes-agent --skill docker-management-ruiyangruiyi

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Docker Management helps you perform day-to-day Docker operations—starting, debugging, inspecting, building, and cleaning up—without getting stuck on commands, flags, or safe recovery steps.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Container lifecycle & operations: Start/stop/restart, remove, exec into running containers, copy files, inspect configuration, and monitor resource usage.
  • Logging & troubleshooting: Diagnose crashes and failures by following logs, checking exit behavior, and inspecting container details.
  • Image, volume, network, and Compose management: Build/pull/push images, manage named volumes and networks, and operate multi-service stacks with Docker Compose.

Use case example: You deploy an application with Docker Compose, then need to troubleshoot a service that won’t start, inspect its logs and configuration, rebuild only the affected image, and free disk space safely after cleanup.

Quick Start

Use the docker-management skill to start your Compose stack in detached mode.

Frequently Asked Questions about docker-management

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

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How do I troubleshoot a Docker Compose service that won't start?

You can troubleshoot a crashed Docker Compose service by checking container logs, inspecting exit behavior, and viewing configuration details. This helps identify failures before rebuilding the affected image and restarting the stack.

What is the best way to clean up Docker images and volumes to free disk space?

Cleaning up Docker images and volumes involves safely removing unused resources to free disk space. The process targets diagnostics first, ensuring active containers are unaffected before removing named volumes and dangling images.

How can I monitor Docker container resource usage and inspect configurations?

Monitoring Docker container resource usage and inspecting configurations is done via standard Docker CLI commands. You can check running container metrics and review detailed configuration data for ongoing operational maintenance.

Does Docker management support executing commands inside running containers and copying files?

Yes, Docker management supports executing commands inside running containers and copying files. These core container operations let you interact directly with active services and transfer files between the host and container environments.

Why does my Docker container keep crashing and how do I diagnose the failure?

Docker container crashes are often caused by application errors or misconfigurations. Diagnose the failure by following container logs, checking exit behavior, and inspecting container details to pinpoint the root cause before attempting recovery.