Inception 🌐

Project Overview

This project involved setting up a small web infrastructure using Docker, aimed at enhancing my system administration skills. The primary goal was to create a fully functional environment that includes various services, all running in dedicated containers within a personal virtual machine.

Key Features

• Docker Containers: Successfully created and managed multiple Docker containers, each serving a specific purpose:
  • NGINX: Configured with TLSv1.3 for secure web traffic.
  • WordPress: Deployed with PHP-FPM, providing a dynamic content management system.
  • MariaDB: Set up as the database service for WordPress.
• Volumes: Implemented persistent storage using Docker volumes to maintain the WordPress database and website files.
• Networking: Established a Docker network to facilitate communication between the containers.
• Custom Dockerfiles: Developed individual Dockerfiles for each service, ensuring that all images were built from scratch rather than using pre-existing images.
• Makefile Integration: Created a Makefile to automate the setup process, allowing for easy building and deployment of the Docker images using docker-compose.yml.

Bonus Features

In addition to the mandatory requirements, I implemented several bonus features to further enhance the project:

• Set up a Redis cache for improved performance of the WordPress website.
• Created an FTP server container for easy file management.
• Developed a simple static website using HTML/CSS.
• Integrated Adminer for database management.

Learning Outcomes

Through this project, I gained hands-on experience with Docker, including:

• Understanding containerization and its benefits.
• Learning how to configure and manage multiple services in a cohesive environment.
• Gaining insights into best practices for system administration and web infrastructure.

Conclusion

This project not only solidified my knowledge of Docker and system administration but also provided a practical application of these skills in a real-world scenario. The experience has equipped me with the tools and confidence to tackle more complex projects in the future.