Running Oracle SOA Suite in Docker Blog Post Series

22. October 2024

Check out the blog post series of PROMATIS expert Johannes Michler (Executive Vice President – Head of Platforms & Development) and Oracle ACE Director. Here’s a summary of these six blog posts on “Running Oracle SOA Suite in Docker”, which focus on highlighting the core benefits, such as an easier installation, a consistent setup in several environments, and faster and fully automated patching:

Running Oracle SOA Suite in Docker – Overview

This post introduces the concept of running Oracle SOA Suite in a Docker container. It discusses the benefits of containerization, including simplified deployment and scaling, and outlines the steps involved in setting up the Oracle SOA Suite in a Docker environment. Read more >

Part 2: Installing a Docker Host

This article covers the installation of a Docker host, which is a necessary foundation for running Docker containers. It explains how to set up Docker on a virtual machine, detailing prerequisites, installation steps, and basic configuration to get Docker ready for Oracle SOA Suite. Read more >

Part 3: Starting a Database

The third post focuses on starting the database required for Oracle SOA Suite. It provides instructions for setting up an Oracle Database in a Docker container, which is essential for storing metadata and configuration data for SOA Suite. Read more >

Part 4: (Quick-)Starting an Environment

This post describes how to quickly start an Oracle SOA Suite environment in Docker. It walks the reader through setting up the necessary containers and configurations to launch the environment in an efficient manner, emphasizing automation and ease of use. Read more >

Part 5: Interactively Creating Repository (RCU) and Domain

In this article, the blog explains how to create the Oracle SOA Suite repository (RCU) and domain interactively. It covers running specific commands in the Docker container to set up the repository and define the domain structure necessary for SOA Suite to function properly. Read more >

Part 6: Patching

The final blog in the series discusses how to apply patches to Oracle SOA Suite running in Docker. It highlights the process of updating the Docker images and containers with the latest patches to ensure the environment remains secure and up-to-date. Read more >

These posts collectively guide users through the complete process of setting up, configuring, and maintaining Oracle SOA Suite in a Docker environment.