Local Dev Workflows

Achieve dev/prod parity by building once and running everywhere, differing only by config. Learn how immutable images and config-at-runtime eliminate "works on my machine"

Learn to run containerized services locally using Docker Engine and Compose. Build images, manage dependencies, and ensure consistency between dev and production.

Compare Docker bind mounts and image rebuilds for local development. Learn when to use each for speed or fidelity and avoid common pitfalls.

Learn how dev containers standardize development environments using devcontainer.json. Discover key concepts, use cases, and how to implement them for consistent toolchains.

Learn best practices for local containerized development, focusing on parity between local, staging, and production environments to prevent issues.

A single-page roundup of every highlight bullet from the 6 pages in the Local Dev Workflows section, grouped by source page so you can scan all 35 takeaways without opening each article individually.