docker-optimizer

Analyze Dockerfiles for build efficiency and security risks.

5|Updated Apr 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/47network/Sven --skill docker-optimizer-47network
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Skill: docker-optimizer
Source: https://github.com/47network/Sven/tree/main/skills/compute-mesh/docker-optimizer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/47network/Sven --skill docker-optimizer-47network

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Docker image creation often leads to large, slow builds with maintenance and security overhead. This skill analyzes Dockerfiles to surface opportunities to reduce image size, improve layer caching, and harden security practices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Analyzes Dockerfiles to identify inefficiencies, such as unnecessary packages, missing --no-install-recommends, and suboptimal layering.
  • Recommends multi-stage builds, smaller base images, and cleanup steps to minimize image footprint.
  • Ideal for CI pipelines, repository audits, and performance/security hardening of container images.

Quick Start

Provide a Dockerfile and select an action (analyze, optimize, or security_scan) to receive actionable results immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions about docker-optimizer

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

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How do I optimize a Dockerfile to reduce image size and improve build speed?

To optimize a Dockerfile, you can analyze it to identify unnecessary packages and suboptimal layering, then apply recommendations like multi-stage builds, smaller base images, and cleanup steps to minimize the image footprint and improve build cache efficiency.

What is a multi-stage build in Docker and when do I need it?

A multi-stage build is a Docker optimization technique that uses multiple FROM statements to copy only the necessary build artifacts into the final image, reducing image size and separating the build environment from the runtime environment for better security.

Can I run a security scan on a Dockerfile to identify potential risks?

Yes, you can perform a security scan on a Dockerfile to harden container images by identifying security risks and recommending practices that limit vulnerabilities in your Docker build process.

Does this Dockerfile analysis work for multi-service environments or just single repositories?

Dockerfile analysis supports both single-repo and multi-service environments, allowing you to audit Dockerfiles and apply build cache optimization or security scanning across complex containerized projects.

Why does my Docker build cache keep invalidating and slowing down the process?

Docker build cache invalidation often occurs due to suboptimal layering in the Dockerfile, where early instructions change frequently, and can be resolved by reordering commands to leverage caching for dependencies and optimize build efficiency.

What is the best way to audit Dockerfiles for CI pipelines?

The best way to audit Dockerfiles for CI pipelines is to run an automated analysis that checks for missing --no-install-recommends flags, unnecessary packages, and security hardening opportunities to ensure efficient and safe image builds.