What is Docker-in-docker ( DinD )?
Docker-in-Docker (DinD) is a technique used in GitLab CI/CD pipelines on Kubernetes to run Docker commands within Docker containers. It allows for building, testing, and running Docker images and tests in an isolated environment. The value of using DinD is that it provides a consistent and reproducible environment for building and testing Docker images, ensuring that the pipeline runs in a controlled and predictable environment. The purpose of DinD is to simplify the setup and management of Docker images and containers in a CI/CD pipeline on Kubernetes, making it easier to build and test Docker images as part of the continuous integration and delivery process. The challenge of using DinD is that it can introduce security concerns, as it requires running Docker within a Docker container, which may potentially expose the host system to security risks. Proper security measures, such as using appropriate Docker images, ensuring container isolation, and managing permissions, should be implemented to mitigate these risks. Additionally, DinD may require additional resources and configuration in terms of storage, networking, and Docker configurations to ensure smooth execution within the Kubernetes environment.
An example of this technique can be found in the Ansible project
c2platform/rws/ansible-execution-environment
which is used to manage the
RWS Ansible Execution Environment
Feedback
Was this page helpful?
Glad to hear it! Please tell us how we can improve.
Sorry to hear that. Please tell us how we can improve.