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Docker Cursor Rules Template

Generate production-ready Docker Cursor rules for Project Rules (.mdc), AGENTS.md, or legacy .cursorrules. This template encodes stack-specific conventions for projects using Docker. Container platform for packaging apps and dependencies into portable runtimes.

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What This Template Covers

The template focuses Cursor AI on concrete Docker practices instead of generic coding advice. Required sections are always included; optional sections can be enabled when they match your project.

Required guidance

  • - Dockerfile Best Practices
  • - Docker Compose
  • - Security
  • - Image Optimization

Default style

  • - Indentation: 2 spaces
  • - Quotes: double
  • - Semicolons: disabled
  • - Naming: camelCase

Example Docker Rules

The generator turns these sections into Project Rules with frontmatter, AGENTS.md, or a single .cursorrules file depending on the output format you choose.

Dockerfile Best Practices

- Use multi-stage builds to minimize image size.
- Use specific base image tags — avoid :latest.
- Use 2 spaces for indentation.
- Combine RUN commands with && to reduce layers.
- Use .dockerignore to exclude unnecessary files.
- Use COPY over ADD unless you need URL or archive extraction.

Docker Compose

- Define services in docker-compose.yml with explicit dependencies.
- Use depends_on with healthcheck conditions for startup ordering.
- Use named volumes for persistent data.
- Use environment variables and .env files — never hardcode secrets.
- Use profiles for optional services.
- Pin service image versions — don't use :latest in compose files.

Security

- Never run containers as root — use USER directive.
- Use non-root base images when available (node:slim, python:slim).
- Scan images with docker scout or trivy before deployment.
- Use secrets management (Docker secrets, HashiCorp Vault) — not env vars.
- Use read-only root filesystem when possible (--read-only).
- Limit container capabilities with --cap-drop and --cap-add.

Common Searches This Page Helps With

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Docker Cursor rules template include?
It includes 4 rule sections covering dockerfile best practices, docker compose, security and other Docker development conventions.
Can I generate Docker Project Rules and AGENTS.md from the same template?
Yes. The generator can export the same stack-specific guidance as modern Project Rules (.mdc), AGENTS.md, or a legacy .cursorrules file.
Should I combine Docker with other Cursor rules templates?
Yes. You can combine Docker with related templates such as TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Docker, or backend frameworks when your project uses multiple technologies.

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