On November 23, 2024, we held a webinar titled “Mastering Web App Deployment: Taking Your Apps to Production with Docker” via Google Meet and Facebook Live. Our guest speaker, Mr. Jezreel Joshua Martin, a Software Engineer at SkyDev Solutions Inc., shared expert insights on Docker, containerization, and best practices for deploying web apps at a production level.
As one of the organizers, I managed the publicity materials, on-screen visuals, and Facebook documentation, while also joining as a participant.
š§ Key Takeaways
- Docker enables consistent app performance across different environments.
- Learned how to create/manage Docker images, use Docker Compose, and implement scalable deployment strategies.
- Real-world insights bridged the gap between theory and application.
š ļø Practical Applications
I now feel confident applying Docker to personal and academic projects, especially to avoid environment-related issues. Using Docker Compose and separating staging/production configurations will greatly enhance collaboration and deployment efficiency.
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What Went Well
The event was well-coordinated, from speaker delivery to behind-the-scenes teamwork. Our visuals supported the flow smoothly, and streaming on Facebook boosted audience reach. The Q&A session was particularly engaging and informative.
š Areas for Improvement
To support beginners, we could provide a Docker setup guide before the session. Adding a hands-on segment would reinforce learning, and post-event surveys could help us refine future sessions even further.
This webinar was a meaningful learning experience both technically and organizationally, and Iām excited to implement these new skills moving forward.