Provides expert guidance on selecting, configuring, and optimizing Docker base images for PHP applications.
This skill equips Claude with a comprehensive knowledge base for PHP containerization, focusing on the trade-offs between Alpine and Debian distributions. It enables Claude to assist developers in making informed decisions about image variants like FPM, CLI, and ZTS, while implementing robust version pinning strategies for production stability. By addressing common environment-specific issues such as DNS resolution and iconv compatibility, this skill ensures that your PHP Docker architecture is lean, secure, and production-ready.
Key Features
01Comprehensive comparison between Alpine (musl) and Debian (glibc) PHP images
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03Image lifecycle recommendations including security scanning and rebuild schedules
04Best practices for version pinning to balance stability and security
05Detailed decision trees for selecting FPM, CLI, or ZTS variants
06Troubleshooting guides for common Alpine-specific issues like DNS and locales
Use Cases
01Implementing a secure and reproducible Docker versioning strategy for CI/CD pipelines
02Determining the most compatible image variant for complex extensions like gRPC or Protobuf
03Optimizing container size by migrating PHP applications from Debian to Alpine
