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Is there a way to make a Docker image from snapshot of BC environment that includes data such as masters and transactions?

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Hi, Experts.

My client asked me:
Is there a way to take a snapshot of the production environment (or of the Sandbox environment) at a certain point in time and turn it into a Docker image/container?

I have read the following article, and I understand that the containers that can be created with the "SANDBOX ENVIRONMENT (CONTAINER)" feature do NOT contain any data.
Get started with the Container Sandbox Development Environment - Business Central | Microsoft Docs

All ideas on how to achieve this are welcome.

Regards,

S.Kawamura

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    1,191 Moderator on at

    It is possible yes. Read Freddys blog about it.

    freddysblog.com/.../

  • S.Kawamura Profile Picture
    1,532 on at

    Inge M. Bruvik -san,

    Thanks for you reply. I read freddy's blog.

    My understanding is...

    - Application program cam be gotten from Docker iamge. ( "SANDBOX ENVIRONMENT (CONTAINER)" feature is one of the option.)

    - Application data can be gotten from admin center with Database Export feature.

    - Create container from Docker image and import .bakpac data

    - Create image from the container, if needed.

    I think this method will make it possible.

    However, it is also true that it is very time-consuming, so we will inform the customer and let them decide whether to implement it or not.

    Anyway, my question has been answered.

    Thanks for your answer.

    Best Regards,

    S.Kawamura

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