Introduction to Open Container Initiative: The Standards Behind Containers

Ever wondered what actually happens when you run docker build, docker push, or docker run? 🐳

Behind these everyday commands lies a set of open standards that make containers interoperable across tools and cloud platforms.

In this session, we’ll explore how the Open Container Initiative (OCI) defines container images, runtimes, and distribution — and why it serves as the backbone for Docker, Podman, and Kubernetes.

By understanding these standards, you’ll see how the container ecosystem stays consistent, portable, and open across technologies.