Is docker compose different from docker-compose?

Since Docker Compose V2, the recommended command is docker compose (without a hyphen). The older docker-compose still works in most cases, but the V2 form is officially recommended.

Can I use these templates in production as-is?

These templates are optimized for local development. For production use, you will need additional configuration like secret management (Docker Secrets), resource limits, and robust health checks.

Should I avoid using the latest image tag?

Using latest is generally fine for development, but specifying a version tag like postgres:16 ensures consistency across team members and reproducible CI builds.

Docker Compose Templates

Generate docker-compose.yml for common service stacks

Select Stack

Choose a Docker Compose stack to get started

Overview

When spinning up databases, caches, or message queues for local development, starting from a tested template beats writing docker-compose.yml from scratch. Pick a common service combination like PostgreSQL + Redis or MySQL + Elasticsearch, and get a ready-to-use Compose file.

Key Features

Supports major services: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch, and more
Freely combine services into a single Compose file
Production-ready defaults with volumes, networks, and environment variables
Customizable port numbers and image tags
Copy or download the generated YAML

How to Use

Select the services you need from the list (multi-select supported)
Adjust ports, image tags, and environment variables for each service
Review the generated docker-compose.yml in the preview panel
Copy or download the file and place it in your project root

Tips

Simple passwords are fine for local dev, but separating them into a .env file makes management easier later
Removing volume mounts means data is lost when the container restarts, so keep them unless you want a clean slate
Use docker compose up -d to run in the background and docker compose down to tear everything down

FAQ

Is docker compose different from docker-compose?: Since Docker Compose V2, the recommended command is docker compose (without a hyphen). The older docker-compose still works in most cases, but the V2 form is officially recommended.
Can I use these templates in production as-is?: These templates are optimized for local development. For production use, you will need additional configuration like secret management (Docker Secrets), resource limits, and robust health checks.
Should I avoid using the latest image tag?: Using latest is generally fine for development, but specifying a version tag like postgres:16 ensures consistency across team members and reproducible CI builds.