Podman in Action

Podman in Action

by Daniel Walsh
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 21/03/2023

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The next generation of containers is here. Learn Podman directly from its creator, discover its exceptional security features, and start managing rootless containers that integrate easily into your systems.


In Podman in Action you will learn how to:


Build and run containers in rootless mode

Develop and manage pods

Use SystemD to oversee a container’s lifecycle

Work with the Podman service via Python

Keep your containers confined using Podman security features

Manage containerized applications on edge devices


Podman in Action shows you how to deploy containerized applications on Linux, Windows, and MacOS systems using Podman. Written by Daniel Walsh, who leads the Red Hat Podman team, this book teaches you how to securely manage the entire application lifecycle without human intervention. You’ll quickly get to grips with Podman’s unique advantages over Docker, and learn how easy it is to migrate your Docker-based infrastructure. It also demonstrates how, with Podman, you can easily convert containerized applications into Kubernetes-based microservices.


About the technology

It’s time to upgrade your container engine! The Podman container manager delivers flexible image layer control, seamless Kubernetes compatibility, and rootless containers that can be created, run, and managed by users without admin rights. Plus, its OCI-compliant support for the Docker API lets you shift existing containers to Podman without breaking your scripts or changing the way you work.


About the book

Podman in Action introduces the Podman container manager. The easy-to-follow explanations and examples give you a clear view of what containers are, how they work, and how to manage them using Podman’s powerful features. You’ll get a deep look at the Linux components Podman uses and even learn more about Docker along the way. You’ll especially appreciate author Dan Walsh’s unique insights into container security.


What's inside


Develop and manage pods

Key security concepts including SELinux and SECCOMP

Use systemd to oversee a container’s lifecycle

Keep your containers confined using Podman security

Manage containerized applications on edge devices

Install and run Podman on MacOS and Windows


About the reader

For developers or system administrators experienced with Linux and Docker.


About the author

Daniel Walsh is a senior distinguished engineer at Red Hat, and leads the team that created Podman.


Table of Contents


PART 1 FOUNDATIONS

1 Podman: A next-generation container engine

2 Command line

3 Volumes

4 Pods

PART 2 DESIGN

5 Customization and configuration files

6 Rootless containers

PART 3 ADVANCED TOPICS

7 Integration with systemd

8 Working with Kubernetes

9 Podman as a service

PART 4 CONTAINER SECURITY

10 Security container isolation

11 Additional security considerations

ISBN:
9781638351832
9781638351832
Category:
Operating systems
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
21-03-2023
Language:
English
Publisher:
Manning
Daniel Walsh

Daniel Walsh is CEO and founder of Your Property Your Wealth, an award-winning buyer s agency. His passion for real estate and wealth creation led him to create this company that helps clients build wealth through property investing so they can ultimately achieve financial freedom.

Your Property Your Wealth also provides Mastery Education courses for budding investors. Daniel has been featured on 9News, Domain, Business Insider, news.com.au and The Mentor with Mark Bouris to talk about his success through property investing. Daniel s aim is to create a community of the top 1% of investors in Australia.

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