Vue.js language-specific guide

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The Vue.js language-specific guide shows you how to containerize an Vue.js application using Docker, following best practices for creating efficient, production-ready containers.

Vue.js is a progressive and flexible framework for building modern, interactive web applications. However, as applications scale, managing dependencies, environments, and deployments can become complex. Docker simplifies these challenges by providing a consistent, isolated environment for both development and production.

Acknowledgment

Docker extends its sincere gratitude to Kristiyan Velkov for authoring this guide. As a Docker Captain and highly skilled Front-end engineer, Kristiyan brings exceptional expertise in modern web development, Docker, and DevOps. His hands-on approach and clear, actionable guidance make this guide an essential resource for developers aiming to build, optimize, and secure Vue.js applications with Docker.

What will you learn?

In this guide, you will learn how to:

  • Containerize and run an Vue.js application using Docker.
  • Set up a local development environment for Vue.js inside a container.
  • Run tests for your Vue.js application within a Docker container.
  • Configure a CI/CD pipeline using GitHub Actions for your containerized app.
  • Deploy the containerized Vue.js application to a local Kubernetes cluster for testing and debugging.

You'll start by containerizing an existing Vue.js application and work your way up to production-level deployments.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have a working knowledge of:

  • Basic understanding of TypeScript and JavaScript.
  • Familiarity with Node.js and npm for managing dependencies and running scripts.
  • Familiarity with Vue.js fundamentals.
  • Understanding of core Docker concepts such as images, containers, and Dockerfiles. If you're new to Docker, start with the Docker basics guide.

Once you've completed the Vue.js getting started modules, you’ll be fully prepared to containerize your own Vue.js application using the detailed examples and best practices outlined in this guide.

Modules

  1. Containerize

    Learn how to containerize an Vue.js application with Docker by creating an optimized, production-ready image using best practices for performance, security, and scalability.

  2. Develop your app

    Learn how to develop your Vue.js application locally using containers.

  3. Run your tests

    Learn how to run your vue.js tests in a container.

  4. Automate your builds with GitHub Actions

    Learn how to configure CI/CD using GitHub Actions for your Vue.js application.

  5. Test your deployment

    Learn how to deploy locally to test and debug your Kubernetes deployment