Docker Cheat Sheet/Run and remove on exit

Automatically remove the container after it exits.

Section: Containers

Run and remove on exit

bash
bash
docker run --rm alpine:latest echo hello
Explanation

Ideal for short-lived commands and one-off jobs.

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