Troubleshooting Docker Desktop: Tips and Alternatives for Developers

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  1. podman

    Podman: A tool for managing OCI containers and pods.

    Podman: A lightweight container runtime that eliminates the need for a desktop app. It’s free, open-source, and compatible with many Docker workflows.

  2. Stream

    Stream - Scalable APIs for Chat, Feeds, Moderation, & Video. Stream helps developers build engaging apps that scale to millions with performant and flexible Chat, Feeds, Moderation, and Video APIs and SDKs powered by a global edge network and enterprise-grade infrastructure.

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  3. colima

    Container runtimes on macOS (and Linux) with minimal setup

    Colima: This tool offers container runtimes on macOS and Linux with minimal setup. It’s free and negates the need for a desktop app altogether. Robby noted that this might be the simplest solution for some setups.

  4. orbstack

    Fast, light, simple Docker containers & Linux machines

    OrbStack: Although it’s a paid tool, OrbStack promises faster, lighter, and simpler container and Linux management compared to Docker Desktop.

NOTE: The number of mentions on this list indicates mentions on common posts plus user suggested alternatives. Hence, a higher number means a more popular project.

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