---
title: "Docker Scripts Context"
description: "Operational context for Docker container management scripts directory, covering planned automation categories and development guidelines for future scripts."
type: context
domain: docker
tags: [docker, scripts, automation, orchestration, monitoring]
---

# Docker Scripts - Operational Context

## Script Overview
This directory is reserved for active operational scripts for Docker container management, orchestration, and automation.

**Current Status**: No operational scripts currently deployed. This structure is maintained for future Docker automation needs.

## Future Script Categories

### Planned Script Types

**Container Lifecycle Management**
- Start/stop scripts for complex multi-container setups
- Health check and restart automation
- Graceful shutdown procedures for dependent containers

**Maintenance Automation**
- Image cleanup and pruning scripts
- Volume backup and restoration
- Container log rotation and archiving
- Network cleanup and validation

**Monitoring and Alerts**
- Container health monitoring
- Resource usage tracking
- Discord/webhook notifications for container events
- Uptime and availability reporting

**Deployment Automation**
- CI/CD integration scripts
- Rolling update procedures
- Blue-green deployment automation
- Container migration tools

## Integration Points

### External Dependencies
- **Docker/Podman**: Container runtime
- **Docker Compose**: Multi-container orchestration
- **cron**: System scheduler for automation
- **Discord Webhooks**: Notification integration (when implemented)

### File System Dependencies
- **Container Volumes**: Various locations depending on service
- **Configuration Files**: Service-specific docker-compose.yml files
- **Log Files**: Container and automation logs
- **Backup Storage**: For volume snapshots and exports

### Network Dependencies
- **Docker Networks**: Bridge, host, and custom networks
- **External Services**: APIs and webhooks for monitoring
- **Registry Access**: For image pulls and pushes (when needed)

## Development Guidelines

### When Adding New Scripts

**Documentation Requirements**:
1. Add script description to this CONTEXT.md under appropriate category
2. Include usage examples and command-line options
3. Document dependencies and prerequisites
4. Specify cron schedule if automated
5. Add troubleshooting section for common issues

**Script Standards**:
```bash
#!/bin/bash
# Script name and purpose
# Dependencies: list required commands/services
# Usage: ./script.sh [options]

set -euo pipefail  # Strict error handling
```

**Testing Requirements**:
- Test with both Docker and Podman where applicable
- Verify error handling and logging
- Document failure modes and recovery procedures
- Include dry-run or test mode where appropriate

## Related Documentation

- **Technology Overview**: `/docker/CONTEXT.md`
- **Troubleshooting**: `/docker/troubleshooting.md`
- **Examples**: `/docker/examples/` - Reference configurations and patterns
- **Main Instructions**: `/CLAUDE.md` - Context loading rules

## Notes

This directory structure is maintained to support future Docker automation needs while keeping operational scripts organized and documented according to the technology-first documentation pattern established in the claude-home repository.

When scripts are added, this file should be updated to include specific operational context similar to the comprehensive documentation found in `/tdarr/scripts/CONTEXT.md`.
