Spring Boot + Docker for Kubernetes | Building container Images

Github repo - https://github.com/therealdumbprogrammer/spring-boot-image-demo/tree/master We begin with the most important foundation: building a production-ready Docker image for a Spring Boot application. Instead of a basic Dockerfile, we focus on: Creating optimized, smaller images Using multi-stage builds Running containers as non-root Structuring images for better caching and faster deployments Understanding why container design directly impacts Kubernetes behavior This video sets the stage for everything that follows — because Kubernetes doesn’t run your code, it runs your container. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 01:15 – Why containers? 03:46 – Spring Boot Image Plugin 08:30 – Google Jib Plugin 11:26 – DIY Dockerfile 15:02 – Multi-stage Dockerfile 17:35 – Summary #SpringBoot #Kubernetes #SpringBootDocker #SpringBootOnKubernetes #KubernetesLocalSetup #SpringBootBuildImage #JavaDevelopers #SpringBootTutorial #KubernetesForJava #CloudNative #JavaMicroservices