GRWebDev Powered by LaFleur presents Noah Jahn: Hands On Intro to Docker

GRWebDev Powered by LaFleur presents Noah Jahn

Hands On Introduction to Docker

Start Garden (40 Pearl St NW #200, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503)

Monday, October 28, 2024, 6pm - 8pm

RSVP

This will be a hybrid event; please join us in person or online via Zoom. RSVP on Meetup as a virtual attendee; in-person attendees must register on Eventbrite.

LOCATION

Start Garden is on the second floor of the historic Trust Building, located at 40 Pearl Street NW in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

PARKING

Paid parking is available at the parking ramp on the corner of Pearl and Ionia. Street parking pricing and hours vary depending on location; details can be found on the City of Grand Rapids website.

DESCRIPTION

Many of us have used containerized environments when working on web platforms - but for many of us, this technology is not much more than a step in the development setup process. Why are these containers used, and how do they help streamline configuration and management of the development environment?

This month at GRWebDev, Noah Jahn will lead us through a hands-on workshop using Docker, a popular tool for creating environment containers. We’ll learn how to write and optimize our own Docker files and understand how Docker is used both locally and also in production. Join us at Start Garden on Monday, October 28th at 6pm!

PREREQUISITES

Attendees are encouraged to use their personal computers to take full advantage of this workshop. Some recommended base level knowledge sets include:

• A general understanding of Docker or virtualization
• A general understanding of the command line.
• How to use a code editor or IDE.

In addition, the following tools should be installed:

• Docker Desktop
• A code editor such as VSCode or VSCodium
• Git

OUR PRESENTER

Noah Jahn is a DevOps Engineer at SPARK Business Works (a local software development agency) building and maintaining infrastructure in AWS using Terraform/OpenTofu and automating deployments to that infrastructure using GitLab CI and GitHub actions. He also builds custom software applications for SPARK’s clients leveraging different JavaScript/Typescript frameworks. When Noah is not immersed in code, he can be found jamming on his Ukulele, playing video games with his pals, or sipping on some homemade ginger beer.

SPONSORS

This month’s meetup is sponsored by West Michigan Tech Talent. West Michigan Tech Talent connects local employers, educators, community organizations, and workforce experts who are invested in creating a strong tech workforce. By sharing best practices, leveraging resources, and collaborating on innovative solutions, WMTT is actively addressing the tech talent gap and makes upskilling affordable and accessible. Learn more at westmichigantechtalent.com.

Our venue sponsor is Start Garden. Empowering West Michigan's startup ecosystem through financial, intellectual & social capital, Start Garden provides a neighborhood for startups to grow. No matter where you are on your journey - whether you’re an entrepreneur, a startup, or simply a dreamer with a great idea - the Start Garden ecosystem provides a strong community of support to help you get your idea off the ground or move your business to the next level. Learn more at startgarden.com.

GRWebDev's title sponsor is LaFleur Marketing. LaFleur is your forward-thinking digital marketing partner, creating innovative, data-driven marketing strategies and assets for law firms, healthcare organizations, and growing businesses. Learn more about their services on the web at lafleur.marketing.

SCHEDULE

• 6:00pm - 6:30pm … In-Person Refreshments and Networking
• 6:20pm … Virtual Meeting Opens
• 6:30pm … Opening Announcements + Presentation
• 7:30pm … Q&A + Closing Announcements
• 8:00pm … Event Ends

Host or Publisher Grand Rapids Web Development Group (GRWebDev)