Dockerfiles have versions?

I break down why Dockerfile frontends exist and how Docker's build engine "BuildKit" is giving us updated Dockerfile features.🙌 My next course is coming soon! I've opened the waitlist for those wanting to go deep in GitHub Actions for DevOps and AI automation in 2025. I'm so thrilled to announce this course. The waitlist allows you to quickly sign up for some content updates, discounts, and more as I finish building the course. https://learn.bretfisher.com/waitlist🍾The TL;DR of this podcast is to add this to your Dockerfiles as the first line, always and forever.# syntax=docker/dockerfile:1It'll ensure your Dockerfile will have access to the latest v1.x features of the "Dockerfile frontend" feature of BuildKit.★Topics★My newsletter on Dockerfile frontends (including links and references)Creators & Guests Beth Fisher - Producer Bret Fisher - Host (00:00) - (00:36) - Understanding Docker Files (00:47) - The Evolution of Docker Files (01:05) - The Importance of Docker File Versions (02:20) - The Impact of Dockerfile Standards (03:41) - The Benefits of Using the Latest Dockerf ile Parser (04:16) - The Challenges of Docker Engine Versions (05:18) - The Advantages of Docker Front Ends (07:56) - The Role of OCI in Dockerfiles (10:18) - Exploring New Features in Docker File Front Ends (15:27) - Conclusion: The Future of Docker Files You can also support my free material by subscribing to my YouTube channel and my weekly newsletter at bret.news!Grab the best coupons for my Docker and Kubernetes courses.Join my cloud native DevOps community on Discord.Grab some merch at Bret's Loot BoxHomepage bretfisher.com

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