I use Docker on CentOS as a dedicated server to spin up a few containers with WordPress, including a database. I run several kinds of databases, which is my main use case for Docker on CentOS. This is typically orchestrated by Docker Compose and runs on a CentOS server.
Senior developer at a tech vendor with 1-10 employees
Dedicated servers have hosted databases reliably and have accelerated project spin-up
Pros and Cons
- "Docker on CentOS has positively impacted my organization because we spend much more time on spinning up projects, and we have scripts that help us make it work on CentOS, which has saved us a considerable amount of time."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
The best features Docker on CentOS offers is that it works exceptionally well, and I would say that is the most valuable aspect.
Docker on CentOS has positively impacted my organization because we spend much more time on spinning up projects. We have scripts that help us make it work on CentOS, which has saved us a considerable amount of time.
It is difficult to calculate the exact time saved since using Docker on CentOS, but I am confident it is around 35 to 40 percent. I can measure it in this way.
What needs improvement?
Based on my experience, Docker on CentOS works for my needs and I currently cannot find anything I would like to add.
Nothing comes to mind regarding needed improvements for Docker on CentOS because all our use cases are covered by existing functionality.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Docker on CentOS for four years.
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What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Docker on CentOS means that all functionality is working as needed and I usually do not face any troubles with spinning up containers or spend time troubleshooting. This indicates that it is very stable.
What other advice do I have?
I would advise that Docker on CentOS is one of the best Linux systems, and I would highly recommend using it without any concerns about disadvantages or reasons to prevent someone from using it.
I have nothing to add about Docker on CentOS at this time.
Regarding Docker on CentOS's AI capabilities, I suppose AI capabilities should be great to have.
My view on Docker on CentOS's AI capabilities is that it is reliable regarding its accuracy and reliability of output, especially if there is enough context. Otherwise, any LLM will not work well without sufficient context.
I give this review a rating of 9.5.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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