Merck / Merck/BioPhi

Smaller docker images

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Dominant language
Python
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Forks
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Description

Currently the container images are quite big. There are a few things that could be done, such as using conda pack and two stage build that would hopefully decrease the image size. Is this something that would be helpful?

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Research direction

Start by locating the container image build definitions and measuring their current sizes. Evaluate the suggested conda-pack and two-stage build approaches, then verify that the resulting images are smaller and still support BioPhi's existing functionality.

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Assessment

Tech stack
docker, python
Domain
devops, infrastructure
Issue type
Refactor
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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