Docker Install: Arch-Linux

If you’re venturing into the world of containerization and looking for an efficient way to deploy applications, Docker is the tool you need. But what’s better than harnessing the power of containerization on a linux distro that keeps you on the cutting edge?

In this guide, we’ll go through a detailed, step-by-step process to install Docker on Arch Linux, enabling you to leverage container technology for your projects effortlessly.

First, it’s a good practice to update your system to ensure all existing packages are up to date. This minimizes compatibility issues. Open your terminal and run the following Pacman command:

sudo pacman -Syu

Installing Docker on Arch is straightforward, thanks to the availability of Docker in the official Arch repository. Execute the following command:

sudo pacman -S docker docker-compose docker-buildx

To ensure Docker starts automatically at boot, enable and start the service:

sudo systemctl enable --now docker.service

To run Docker commands as a non-root user, you must first add your user to the “docker” group. It is a simple task. To do that, type in the following:

sudo usermod -aG docker ${USER}

That's it! You’re now ready to containerize applications and fully take advantage of Docker’s efficiencies and portability.