Workflow Templates: Containerization Checklist

Verify that the host operating system supports containers

Install the container runtime, such as Docker or containerd

Configure the container runtime settings according to best practices

Set up a local container registry, or connect to a remote registry

Test the container runtime installation with a simple example container

Implement role-based access control (RBAC) for container management

Regularly scan container images for vulnerabilities using a trusted scanning tool

Ensure container images are signed and verified before deployment

Apply network policies to restrict container communication to only necessary paths

Enable logging and monitoring for container activities and access

Set resource limits and requests for CPU and memory for each container

Configure autoscaling policies for containers based on resource usage

Use namespaces to isolate different applications or environments

Monitor resource usage and performance metrics for containers

Optimize container startup times and minimize container image sizes

Set up persistent storage solutions for stateful containers

Ensure proper backups and disaster recovery plans are in place for container data

Use volume mounts to manage configuration and secrets outside of container images

Implement data encryption both at rest and in transit for sensitive information

Regularly review and clean up unused volumes and persistent storage

Containerization Checklist