> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Introduction

> This lesson explores running container images using Azure Container Instances, focusing on deployment, management, and benefits of the service.

In this lesson, we will explore how to run container images using [Azure Container Instances](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/container-instances). This service simplifies the deployment of containerized applications to the cloud, offering a streamlined and scalable solution.

Previously, we learned how to build container images and store them in [Azure Container Registry](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/container-registry). Now, our focus shifts to deploying and managing these container images using [Azure Container Instances](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/container-instances), emphasizing the benefits such as quick provisioning and ease of management.

## Key Topics

In this lesson, you'll learn:

* The advantages of deploying container images with [Azure Container Instances](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/container-instances).
* How to efficiently deploy and manage container images in a cloud environment.
* Methods for mounting secrets and environment variables, similar to practices used with [Azure App Service](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/app-service).

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  For more detailed information on configuration and commands, be sure to refer to the official [Azure Container Instances documentation](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/container-instances).
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Let's dive in and learn how to efficiently run and manage containers with Azure Container Instances.

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