The 2024 Docker State of Application Development Report found 64% of developers use AI for coding, documentation, and research, with ChatGPT and Copilot leading tools. Microservices adoption is growing, with 51% building microservices apps and 29% transitioning from monoliths. Remote development is rising, with 36% using cloud or ephemeral environments. Security remains challenging; 34% find security tasks difficult, and only 14% view shift-left security as important despite frequent vulnerability fixes. Developers value Docker tools like Compose and Desktop for consistency, while containers, AI, and cloud environments are reshaping workflows and productivity.

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