Using Payara Micro with Docker

Build, run, and scale Java microservices — the right way

Learn how to run Payara Micro efficiently inside Docker containers using best-practice patterns designed for modern, cloud-native Java applications.

This practical guide walks you through:

• Running Payara Micro as a lightweight Docker container
• Using the hollow JAR approach for faster builds and smaller images
• Structuring Dockerfiles for clean layering and rapid redeployments
• Configuring Payara Micro at startup for containerised environments
• Preparing Java microservices for cloud and Kubernetes-ready workflows

If you’re containerising Java workloads or moving towards microservices, this guide helps you do it cleanly, efficiently, and without unnecessary complexity.

Download the PDF and start running Payara Micro in Docker with confidence.