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IBM Containers API
Containers are virtual software objects that include all the elements that an app needs to run. A container has the benefits of resource isolation and allocation but is more portable and efficient than, for example, a virtual machine. This documentation describes the IBM Containers API, which is based on the Docker Remote API. The API provides endpoints that you can use to create and manage your single containers and container groups in Bluemix. Endpoints are summarized under the following tags: - **Authentication**: Retrieve and refresh your TLS certificates. - **Private Docker images registry**: Create your own private Docker images registry in Bluemix by setting a namespace for your organization. - **Images**: View, build, and push your images to your private Bluemix registry so you can use them with IBM Containers. You can also scan your container images with the Vulnerability Advisor against standard policies set by the organization manager and a database of known Ubuntu issues. - **Single Containers**: Create and manage single containers in Bluemix. Use a single container to implement short-lived processes or to run simple tests as you develop an app or service. To make your
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- First observed: Sep 20, 2026
- Last directory-field change: Sep 20, 2026
- Current source observation: Sep 20, 2026
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