docker-patterns

Generate Docker Compose configurations for web application stacks.

Updated Feb 15, 2026

Search Tags:#devops #containerization #orchestration #docker #docker compose #local development

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npx skills add https://github.com/Shawn-Guo-CN/agentfoundry-plugin-marketplace --skill docker-patterns-shawn-guo-cn

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Skill: docker-patterns
Source: https://github.com/Shawn-Guo-CN/agentfoundry-plugin-marketplace/tree/main/plugins/docker-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Shawn-Guo-CN/agentfoundry-plugin-marketplace --skill docker-patterns-shawn-guo-cn

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides best practices and ready-to-use configurations for Docker and Docker Compose, simplifying the setup and management of containerized development environments.

Core Features & Use Cases

Local Development Setup: Offers example docker-compose.yml files for common web application stacks (e.g., Node.js, PostgreSQL, Redis, Mailpit).
Dockerfile Optimization: Demonstrates multi-stage Dockerfiles for efficient builds and smaller production images, including security hardening.
Networking & Volumes: Explains service discovery, custom network creation, and effective volume strategies for data persistence and development workflows.
Security Best Practices: Details how to secure containers by running as non-root users, dropping capabilities, and managing secrets.

Quick Start

Use the docker-patterns skill to generate a docker-compose.yml file for a standard web application stack.

Frequently Asked Questions about docker-patterns

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

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How do I set up a local development environment using Docker Compose for a multi-service stack?▼

Docker Compose orchestrates multi-service local development environments by defining web applications, PostgreSQL, and Redis in a single YAML file. This Skill provides ready-to-use configurations for common web stacks to simplify local container management and service discovery.

What's the best way to optimize a Dockerfile for smaller production images?▼

Optimizing a Dockerfile for smaller production images is best achieved using multi-stage builds. This Skill demonstrates multi-stage Dockerfile patterns that compile efficiently and apply security hardening by running as non-root users and dropping capabilities.

How does Docker handle volume strategies and networking for data persistence?▼

Docker handles data persistence and networking through custom network creation and effective volume strategies. This Skill explains how to configure service discovery and manage volumes to maintain state across development workflows and complex multi-container architectures.

Can I manage secrets securely in Docker containers during local development?▼

Managing secrets securely in Docker containers is possible by applying security best practices. This Skill details how to secure local development environments by running containers as non-root users, dropping capabilities, and implementing specific secret management strategies.

Why does my multi-container architecture experience networking issues in Docker?▼

Multi-container architecture networking issues in Docker often arise from misconfigured custom networks or service discovery. This Skill addresses debugging common container issues by providing patterns for proper network creation and multi-service orchestration.