Podman for DevOps, 2nd Edition
Podman for DevOps is a hands-on guide to Linux containers, covering Podman alongside Buildah and Skopeo, with topics spanning rootless use, Kubernetes, systemd, and local AI workflows. The listing describes a 2nd edition for readers with basic Linux skills.
At a glance
- Covers container fundamentals and compares Podman with Docker, including migration topics.
- Explains container lifecycle, image creation with Buildah, and registry operations with Skopeo.
- Topics include rootless containers, SELinux, signed images, networking, troubleshooting, and monitoring.
- Covers systemd and Kubernetes workflows, plus Podman Desktop and local AI/ML experimentation.
Reference price: $54.99
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The coverage moves from container basics to image building, security, orchestration, and operational workflows.
- It connects Podman CLI work with Buildah, Skopeo, systemd, Kubernetes, and Podman Desktop.
- The stated prerequisites are basic Linux skills, and prior Docker familiarity is helpful but not required.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Packt Publishing |
|---|---|
| Edition | 2nd ed. |
| Publication date | February 28, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 550 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1835886620 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1835886625 |
| Weight listed | 2.06 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 7.5 x 1.24 x 9.25 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Cloud developers who want to build and package applications in containers.
- System administrators working with container deployment, Linux services, or orchestration.
- Linux users moving from Docker workflows or exploring local AI/ML in containers.
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Frequently asked questions
What topics does the book cover?
The listing describes Podman fundamentals and Docker comparison, container management, Buildah and Skopeo, security, networking, systemd, Kubernetes, troubleshooting, and Podman Desktop workflows.
Does the book require Docker experience?
The listing says basic Linux skills are assumed. Docker familiarity and knowledge of container concepts or cloud environments are helpful but not required.
Does it cover AI workflows?
Yes. The description says it covers using Podman Desktop and Podman AI Lab to experiment with, run, and manage AI/ML models locally in containers.
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