Value in Simplicity - How Docker is Helping Academia in Non-Developers

This course aims to demonstrate how Docker simplifies the use of software tools in academia for non-developers. The learning outcomes include understanding the concept of containerization, utilizing Docker for research and innovation, and improving collaboration and reproducibility in scientific projects. The course teaches skills such as working with bio containers and bioboxes, utilizing Docker for data analysis, and sharing code effortlessly. The teaching method involves real-life examples and case studies from the life science community. The intended audience for this course includes researchers, scientists, biologists, biotechnologists, and individuals in academia looking to streamline their software usage and enhance research efficiency.