The Compose specification defines a standard format for describing multi-container applications in a platform-agnostic way to enable consistent development, deployment, and orchestration.
The Compose specification
This specification is primarily used by developers and operators to define container-based applications in a consistent Compose file format that can be used locally, translated to Kubernetes, or deployed on various cloud container platforms. It simplifies multi-container application management by providing a unified model that can be implemented across different container engines and orchestrators.
As a specification, this repository does not provide direct executable tools but defines the standard that implementations follow. Users should rely on implementations like Docker Compose or Kompose to utilize the specification practically. The specification is a work in progress and may evolve, so users should track updates and community discussions for changes.