myousefi / docker-tinyverse

Crafting a Minimalist Image for Building and Running "Hello World" Programs in as Many Languages As Possible.

Docker Tinyverse

A minimalist Docker image for running "Hello, World!" programs in various programming languages.

Inspiration

• Hands-on pet project to learn Docker and containerization
• Reviewed official Docker image files to study best practices

Key Benefits

• Learn minimal runtimes and compilers required for different languages
• Gain insights into fundamental components necessary to execute code

Supported Languages

Language	Type
Python	Interpreted
Java	Compiled
C++	Compiled
Ruby	Interpreted
...	...

Optimization Techniques

• Minimal base images (e.g., Alpine Linux)
• Multi-stage builds
• Careful selection of dependencies
• Compression techniques

Challenges Faced

• Compatibility issues with certain languages
• Balancing image size and functionality
• Thorough testing and validation

Potential Use Cases

• Testing and debugging code snippets
• Educational purposes
• Rapid prototyping

Contributing

• Add support for new languages
• Optimize existing language support
• Test and report bugs
• Share knowledge and experiences

Utilization

• Use as a starting point for custom projects
• Adapt and modify the image
• Integrate with CI/CD pipelines
• Explore and learn containerization techniques

Feel free to explore the Docker Tinyverse image and contribute to its growth!