Create a Dockerfile for Easy Deployment

[UnitaryIron]

Task

Create a Dockerfile that allows the Jam backend to be easily built and run inside a Docker container.

Goal

Simplify deployment and onboarding for contributors by providing a standardized environment.

Suggested Approach

• Write a Dockerfile that:
  • Uses a Python 3.10+ base image
  • Installs required packages from requirements.txt
  • Runs the backend server (app.py)
• Optionally include a docker-compose.yml for ease of use.

Requirements

• Familiarity with Docker and Python app containerization.

References

• Docker Documentation

Difficulty

Intermediate

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