Docker

Introduction

This section describes how to deploy your Mendix app to a Docker environment.

Docker Deployment Options

Mendix offers two options for Docker deployments: Portable App Distribution or the Docker Buildpack.

Portable App Distribution

Portable App Distribution allows users to generate their portable app with a single MxBuild command. It requires fewer manual steps than the Docker Buildpack, simpler environment configuration, and no rootfs preparation. Running Portable App Distribution can take as little as 3-6 minutes (the time may vary based on the application's size and complexity).

Docker Buildpack

The Docker Buildpack offers custom rootfs configuration, but requires multiple build steps, a more complex setup process, and a longer total build time (at least 14-25 minutes).

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