Getting Docker Container ID from Container Name – Example 1
let’s see the all process with the help of an example:
1. Pull the ‘hello-world’ Image
Firstly we have to pull the ‘hello-world’ image for our example.
2. Run the ‘hello-world’ Image
Now we have to run the ‘hello-world’ Image.
3. List All Containers
Now we will see the running Containers and ID associated with the container.
4. Retrieve Container ID Using Container Name
Now we will retrieve Container ID with the help of Container Name:
5. Verify the Container ID
Now we will verify the retrieved Container ID by inspecting the container and this command will give us the full Container ID associated with Container ‘hello-world’ :
Getting Docker Container ID from Container Name
Docker is a platform that allows developers to design, deploy, and manage programs within lightweight, portable containers. Containers bring together a program and its dependencies to maintain consistency across environments. Container management is critical in DevOps, and one typical duty is obtaining the Docker container’s ID by name. This course will take you through each level, teaching you key ideas and activities along the way.
Primary Terminologies
- Docker: It is an open-source technology that makes it easier to automate the deployment of apps within portable, light containers. It offers a dependable setting for testing, production, and development.
- Container: A software program or service that may operate independently is called a Docker container.
- Container ID: The unique number or identity of each individual container used to store a particular kind of material.
- Container Name: A name for a container that is readable by humans. Users can give meaningful names to containers for better administration, even though Docker will assign a random name if none is provided.
Prerequisites Get Docker Container ID from Container Name
To retrieve the Docker Container ID from a container name, follow these steps:
Prerequisites
- Docker installed on your machine
- Basic knowledge of Docker commands
- At least one running container