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-# dockhand
+# Dockhand Deployment
 
-Basic git repo with the docker compose files and such that allow me to run the new docker container manager called Dockhand.
+> ⚠️ **Prerequisite:** This repository assumes you already have Docker and Docker Compose installed on your host system. If you need to install Docker, please follow the [Ben's Cloud Docker Installation Guide](https://wiki.bens-cloud.com/docker-stuff/01-docker-installation) for a brief overview of what Docker is and step-by-step instructions for your Linux distribution of choice.
+
+---
+
+## What is Dockhand?
+
+Docker is an incredible tool for containerization, but managing everything strictly through the command line can become cumbersome and confusing as your homelab grows. 
+
+**Dockhand** is a rising star in the world of container management, offering a streamlined, user-friendly interface to monitor and manage your Docker environments without relying entirely on the CLI. While industry veterans like Portainer remain solid and reliable choices, Dockhand provides a fresh, modern approach that is rapidly gaining popularity for self-hosters.
+
+This repository provides a streamlined, "plug-and-play" Docker Compose configuration to get your own instance of Dockhand up and running in seconds.
+
+---
+
+## Features of this Repo
+
+* **Production-Ready Compose File:** Optimized configuration for a quick spin-up.
+* **Git-and-Go Workflow:** Designed to be cloned and deployed immediately with minimal configuration.
+* **Persistent Storage:** Pre-configured volumes to ensure your Dockhand data survives container updates.
+
+---
+
+## Quick Start
+
+Getting started is designed to be as simple as possible. Just run the following commands in your terminal:
+
+1. **Clone the repository:**
+   ```bash
+   git clone [https://github.com/yourusername/dockhand.git](https://github.com/yourusername/dockhand.git)
+   cd dockhand

docker-compose.yml

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+services:
+  dockhand:
+    image: fnsys/dockhand:latest
+    container_name: dockhand
+    restart: unless-stopped
+    ports:
+      - 3000:3000
+    volumes:
+      - /var/run/docker.sock:/var/run/docker.sock
+      - dockhand_data:/app/data
+
+volumes:
+  dockhand_data: