Docker Compose vs Kubernetes

Docker Compose and Kubernetes are both popular tools used in the realm of container orchestration, but they serve different purposes and have distinct features. Here’s a comparison between Docker Compose and Kubernetes:

A. Docker Compose:

1. Scope:

Purpose: Docker Compose is designed for defining and running multi-container Docker applications. It’s ideal for local development and testing environments.

Single Host: It works well for orchestrating containers on a single host.

2. Declarative Configuration:

YAML Files: Compose uses YAML files to declare …

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