Multi-Container Applications
Multi-container applications are software systems where multiple independent containers work together to form a single, cohesive application. This approach involves running different components (e.g., web servers, databases, caches) in separate containers, which communicate over a network. It is commonly implemented using container orchestration tools to manage deployment, scaling, and networking.
Developers should learn multi-container applications when building scalable, modular, and maintainable systems, such as microservices architectures or complex web applications with multiple backend services. This approach is essential for modern cloud-native development, as it enables efficient resource utilization, isolation of components, and easier updates without downtime, making it ideal for production environments in DevOps workflows.