SMRTR ProgrammingApr 8, 2026Hacker Noon

If You’re a Solo Dev, You Don’t Need Docker

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Developer argues against using Docker in development for solo projects, citing performance issues on Mac where Docker runs in a VM causing file system latency. Claims native development with tools like Postgres.app and Redis provides faster startup times and better resource usage. Recommends Docker only for deployment packaging, not development environments.

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