Docker Operations

Manage Docker containers for the To-Do List WebApp project.

1|Updated Oct 10, 2025

Search Tags:#development #troubleshooting #logs #docker #containers #docker-compose

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Skill: Docker Operations
Source: https://github.com/daithang59/ToDoList-WebApp/tree/main/.agent/skills/docker-ops
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/daithang59/ToDoList-WebApp --skill docker-operations-daithang59

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This guide helps developers manage Docker containers for a complex To-Do List WebApp by detailing startup, runtime management, and troubleshooting steps.

Core Features & Use Cases

Start, stop, and restart services using docker-compose and Docker CLI to maintain a consistent development environment.
Inspect logs, health status, and resource usage to diagnose and resolve issues across backend, frontend, and database services.
Rebuild images, prune resources, and manage network and volume configurations to ensure reliable deployments.

Quick Start

Bring up the full development environment with docker-compose up -d and verify that the frontend loads and the backend health checks pass.

Frequently Asked Questions about Docker Operations

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

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How do I start and stop Docker containers for a full stack project using docker-compose?▼

To start Docker containers with docker-compose, run docker-compose up -d to bring up the backend, frontend, and MongoDB services in detached mode. Stop the containers using docker-compose down to cleanly tear down the environment.

Why are my Docker containers failing health checks in a local development environment?▼

Docker container health checks fail when the backend or frontend service crashes on startup. Inspect the logs with docker-compose logs to identify the error, then verify your docker-compose.yml network and volume configurations are correct.

Do I need Docker and Docker Compose installed to manage containers for a web app?▼

Yes, you need both Docker and Docker Compose installed locally to manage containers for a web app. You also need a docker-compose.yml file in your project root to define the backend, frontend, and database services.

What is the best way to troubleshoot containerized backend and frontend services?▼

The best way to troubleshoot containerized services is to inspect logs, check health status, and review resource usage with Docker CLI. This diagnostic approach helps resolve issues across backend, frontend, and MongoDB containers.

How do I rebuild Docker images and prune resources to fix deployment issues?▼

Rebuild Docker images using docker-compose build to apply code changes, then prune unused resources with docker system prune to clear stale containers and networks. This ensures reliable deployments and resolves configuration conflicts.

Can I use docker-compose to manage a MongoDB database alongside backend and frontend containers?▼

Yes, docker-compose orchestrates MongoDB alongside backend and frontend containers by defining them as services in the docker-compose.yml file. This provides a consistent, production-like deployment environment for local development.