Optimize Docker Image Size by Cleaning Nix Store #2486
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mohsenari
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Feb 20, 2025
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Thank you for making this PR. Would you mind adding how much you were able to reduce the image size in your testing? |
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Summary
This MR modifies the Dockerfile to reduce the final image size by optimizing the Nix store after installing packages. Added
nix-store --gcandnix-store --optimisecommands to clean up and optimize the Nix store after package installation.How was it tested?
Built the Docker image locally and verified the image size reduction. Confirmed that the application runs as expected after the changes.