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May 31, 2024

Develop faster with Cloudsmith’s Docker Desktop Extension

We are excited to announce Cloudsmith’s Docker Desktop Extension 💻. Cloudsmith now integrates seamlessly with Docker Desktop, providing you with everything you need to start building, sharing, and running containers in seconds.

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What is Docker Desktop?

Docker Desktop is a one-click-install application available for Mac, Linux, and Windows environments. It allows you to build, share, and run containerized applications and microservices effortlessly. With its straightforward GUI (Graphical User Interface), you can manage your containers, applications, and images directly from your machine.

Learn more about Docker Desktop here.

Why Cloudsmith’s Docker Desktop Extension?

With Cloudsmith’s Docker Desktop extension, you gain immediate access to all of your organization’s container images stored in Cloudsmith. This integration simplifies your workflow, ensuring you can focus on developing great applications without worrying about managing your container images.

Key benefits

  • Extend the power of Docker Desktop: Docker Extensions ensures you can leverage best-in-breed tools within your organization, like Cloudsmith’s cloud-native container registry.

  • Quick setup: Start developing on your local machine and immediately connect with your container images in Cloudsmith. The setup process is designed to be as smooth and intuitive as possible, so you can get up and running in no time.

  • Secure from the start: Cloudsmith and Docker set the standard for enterprise-ready development solutions. Combining the two platforms ensures developers' workflows are secure end to end.

  • Open source: Want to contribute? Be our guest. Submit a PR and help us expand the capabilities.

How to Get Started

  1. Update Docker Desktop: If you haven’t already, make sure you’re running the latest version of Docker Desktop to access the new extension.
  2. Install Cloudsmith Extension: Navigate to the Docker Desktop marketplace and install the Cloudsmith extension.
  3. Configure Registry Settings: Connect Docker Desktop to your Cloudsmith account by configuring your registry settings. This allows Docker Desktop to pull and push images directly from and to your Cloudsmith repositories.
  4. Pull Images: Start pulling your container images from Cloudsmith into your local environment with ease. This integration streamlines your development process, letting you focus on what matters most – building great applications.

With Cloudsmith’s Docker Desktop extension, you have a powerful new tool at your fingertips. It's never been easier to manage your containerized applications and images. Try it out today and experience a more efficient, secure, and scalable development workflow.

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