Building and Securing Python Application Containers - Best Practices and Trade-offs

Learn essential techniques for containerizing Python applications in this 24-minute conference talk from PyBay 2023. Discover best practices for building efficient and secure containers, starting with crucial decisions about base images and Python installation methods. Explore strategies for managing third-party package installations, understanding various trade-offs in image building and upgrade cycles, and implementing security best practices including proper directory permissions and user configurations. Master the complexities of application containerization while considering factors like build speed, security, and maintenance requirements. Delivered by Moshe Zadka at the single-track regional Python conference PyBay, which brings together Python developers from the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond for deep-dive technical content and networking opportunities.