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Why even consider templating Dockerfiles? Dockerfiles revolutionized the industry with their simplicity. Each instruction creates a new layer in the image, which is automatically cached. This process integrates well with SCM, where you “commit” the results of one stage and move forward with other changes. The process can be easily parameterized with ARG instructions, similar to ENV but provided during the build. This allows for creating highly flexible builds. For most users, this is more than sufficient. However, there’s a notable exception: Docker base images. ...

A Guide to using git pull --rebase effectively Using git pull --rebase as your default merge strategy offers several benefits, particularly in maintaining a clean and linear commit history, which can simplify collaboration and code review. However, you may occasionally encounter the error “Cannot rebase onto multiple branches”. This article explains why this happens and provides a solution to make git pull --rebase work seamlessly. Benefits of git pull --rebase Linear History: Rebasing applies your local commits on top of the upstream changes, creating a straight line of commits without unnecessary merge commits. This makes the project history easier to read and understand. ...

Learn how to remove passwords from PDF documents using the qpdf tool on Linux, making it easier to read protected files on devices like the Pocketbook Touch HD.

Learn how to install Oracle Instant Client on Ubuntu 24.04 using both recommended and alternative methods, with a focus on Docker images.

Learn best practices for writing Dockerfiles by following the Filesystem Hierarchy Standard (FHS) to enhance organization and maintainability of your Docker images.

Learn how to leverage extensive command history in Bash and Zsh to improve your efficiency and productivity in the terminal.

Learn how to automate Docker image updates using Renovate Bot, a versatile tool that supports various package managers and custom dependency links.

Learn how to use Makefiles to streamline your Terraform and Hugo projects, making environment management and static site generation more efficient.

Learn the best practices for patching and deprecating Docker images to maintain security and stability in your DevOps workflows.

Learn how to set up and use pre-commit hooks to automate tasks like linting, syntax checks, and optimizations for your Hugo blog.