Containerization

Event Core Docker Engine 29 has officially transitioned to containerd as the default image store for new installations, marking the definitive migration of Docker's core architecture toward a cloud-native runtime standard. Bagua Insight ▶ Clearing Technical Debt: This move effectively deprecates the legacy graphdriver-based storage logic, aligning Docker’s internals with the broader Kubernetes ecosystem and reducing the maintenance burden of disparate storage implementations. ▶ Pragmatic Standardization: While Docker has historically maintained a unique identity, this shift signals a strategic pivot toward full CNCF compatibility, prioritizing performance, stability, and interoperability over proprietary implementation silos. Actionable Advice ▶ Infrastructure Audit: Before upgrading, teams must audit existing storage driver configurations—particularly custom overlay2 settings—to ensure compatibility with containerd’s default behavior and prevent regression in CI/CD performance. ▶ Modernize Tooling: Shift operational focus toward containerd-native management tools. Reducing dependency on Docker-specific daemon APIs will facilitate smoother transitions to managed Kubernetes services and multi-cloud orchestration strategies.