Introduction A few months ago, I hit a snag during a critical deployment: bloated Docker images were slowing everything down. The long build times, sluggish deployments, and wasted storage were a constant headache. I decided to tackle the issue head-on and optimize the Docker images. The result? Faster deployments, reduced costs, and a lot of praise from my boss for improving the team's workflow. Here's how I did it and why it’s worth your effort. 🎯 The Benefits of Optimizing Docker Images Why did I focus on Docker image optimization? Here’s what I gained: ⚡ Faster Build Times : No more waiting forever for images to build. 🚀 Speedier Deployments : Shaving off minutes during deployments felt like magic. 💾 Storage Savings : Registry cleanup freed up gigabytes of space. 🛡️ Improved Security : A leaner image means fewer vulnerabilities. 🛠️ The Steps I Took 1️⃣ Switching to a Minimal Base Image Instead of using heavy base images like ubuntu:latest , I switched...