As I mentioned in my previous post about Docker Model Runner and why it’s a game-changing feature. I also mentioned that the best is yet to come, and Docker finally announced during the „WeAreDevelopers“ event in Berlin, about their new feature, „Docker Offload.“ In this article, I will explain what exactly Docker Offload is and why we need it as developers, and why I say it’s one of the best features released by Docker in recent times.
What Is Docker Offload?
If you are like me, who struggled to try out those cool AI models or data processing pipelines locally but were unable to do so due to the limitations of not having a GPU or a powerful machine to run them on, then continue reading. I always end up utilizing cloud resources, which often come with a hefty price tag.