NGINX within a Cloud Infrastructure

In the evolving landscape of web infrastructure, the shift from traditional server configurations to cloud architectures is undeniable. Traditional deployments, where servers were manually configured to host multiple sites or applications, are now giving way to more agile and scalable cloud-based methods. This chapter looks at the practical aspects of adopting a cloud infrastructure, highlighting the resource management efficiencies, enhanced security, and improved management of high traffic demands it offers.

In this chapter, we will focus on the role of NGINX within a cloud infrastructure, using Docker as the platform of choice. By integrating NGINX with Docker, we’ll demonstrate how to orchestrate multiple services seamlessly, fostering a resilient and adaptable environment. Whether Docker is a new concept to you or not, rest assured that we’ll guide you through your first Docker experience, with NGINX as a common thread, ensuring...