# Vue.js language-specific guide


The Vue.js language-specific guide shows you how to containerize an Vue.js application using Docker, following best practices for creating efficient, production-ready containers.

[Vue.js](https://vuejs.org/) is a progressive and flexible framework for building modern, interactive web applications. However, as applications scale, managing dependencies, environments, and deployments can become complex. Docker simplifies these challenges by providing a consistent, isolated environment for both development and production.

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> **Acknowledgment**
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> Docker extends its sincere gratitude to [Kristiyan Velkov](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristiyan-velkov-763130b3/) for authoring this guide. As a Docker Captain and highly skilled Front-end engineer, Kristiyan brings exceptional expertise in modern web development, Docker, and DevOps. His hands-on approach and clear, actionable guidance make this guide an essential resource for developers aiming to build, optimize, and secure Vue.js applications with Docker.
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## What will you learn?

In this guide, you will learn how to:

- Containerize and run an Vue.js application using Docker.
- Set up a local development environment for Vue.js inside a container.
- Run tests for your Vue.js application within a Docker container.
- Configure a CI/CD pipeline using GitHub Actions for your containerized app.
- Deploy the containerized Vue.js application to a local Kubernetes cluster for testing and debugging.

You'll start by containerizing an existing Vue.js application and work your way up to production-level deployments.

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## Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have a working knowledge of:

- Basic understanding of [TypeScript](https://www.typescriptlang.org/) and [JavaScript](https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/JavaScript).
- Familiarity with [Node.js](https://nodejs.org/en) and [npm](https://docs.npmjs.com/about-npm) for managing dependencies and running scripts.
- Familiarity with [Vue.js](https://vuejs.org/) fundamentals.
- Understanding of core Docker concepts such as images, containers, and Dockerfiles. If you're new to Docker, start with the [Docker basics](/get-started/docker-concepts/the-basics/what-is-a-container/) guide.

Once you've completed the Vue.js getting started modules, you’ll be fully prepared to containerize your own Vue.js application using the detailed examples and best practices outlined in this guide.