Announcing Docker Desktop Support for Windows on Arm | Docker

Docker Desktop now supports running on Windows on Arm (WoA) devices. This exciting development was unveiled during Microsoft’s “Introducing the Next Generation of Windows on Arm” session at Microsoft Build. Docker CTO, Justin Cormack, highlighted how this strategic move will empower developers with even more rapid development capabilities, leveraging Docker Desktop on Arm-powered Windows devices.

The Windows on Arm platform is redefining performance and user experience for applications. With this integration, Docker Desktop extends its reach to a new wave of hardware architectures, broadening the horizons for containerized application development.

Docker Desktop support for Windows on Arm

Read on to learn why Docker Desktop support for Windows on Arm is a game changer for developers and organizations.

Broader accessibility

By supporting Arm devices, Docker Desktop becomes accessible to a wider audience, including users of popular Arm-based devices like the Microsoft devices. This inclusivity fosters a larger, more diverse Docker community, enabling more developers to harness the power of containerization on their preferred devices.

Enhanced developer experience

Developers can seamlessly work on the newest Windows on Arm devices, streamlining the development process and boosting productivity. Docker Desktop’s consistent, cross-platform experience ensures that development workflows remain smooth and efficient, regardless of the underlying hardware architecture.

Future-proofing development

As the tech industry gradually shifts toward Arm architecture for its efficiency and lower power consumption, Docker Desktop’s support for WoA devices ensures we remain at the forefront of innovation. This move future-proofs Docker Desktop, keeping it relevant and competitive as this transition accelerates.

Innovation and experimentation

With Docker Desktop on a new architecture, developers and organizations have more opportunities to innovate and experiment. Whether designing applications for traditional x64 or the emerging Arm ecosystems, Docker Desktop offers a versatile platform for creative exploration.

Market expansion

Furthering compatibility in the Windows Arm space opens new markets and opportunities for Docker, including new relationships with device manufacturers and increased adoption in sectors prioritizing energy efficiency and portability while supporting Docker’s users and customers in leveraging the dev environments that support their goals.

Accelerating developer innovation with Microsoft’s investment in WoA dev tooling

Windows on Arm is arguably as successful as it has ever been. Today, multiple Arm-powered Windows laptops and tablets are available, capable of running nearly the entire range of Windows apps thanks to x86-to-Arm code translation. While Windows on Arm still represents a small fraction of the entire Windows ecosystem, the development of native Arm apps provides a wealth of fresh opportunities for AI innovation.

Microsoft’s investments align with Docker’s strategic goals of cross-platform compatibility and user-centric development, ensuring Docker remains at the forefront of containerization technologies in a diversifying hardware landscape.

Expand your development landscape with Docker Desktop on Windows Arm devices. Update to Docker Desktop 4.31 or consider upgrading to Pro or Business subscriptions to unlock the full potential of cross-platform containerization. Embrace the future of development with Docker, where innovation, efficiency, and cross-platform compatibility drive progress.

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