Is Traefik the best reverse proxy for Docker ?

Let’s find out in this blog! I’ll explain what reverse proxies and load balancers are. We’re setting up Traefik on my Docker Host and expose a simple NGINX web server.

Simple Architecture

Traefik is a modern and dynamic reverse proxy that has become popular due to its simplicity and robust features. This open-source, cloud-native edge router and load balancer is specifically designed for modern microservices architectures. Traefik serves as a reverse proxy, automatically discovering and routing traffic to backend services without the need for manual configuration.

Its seamless integration with container orchestration platforms like Docker and Kubernetes makes it an essential tool for managing web infrastructure efficiently.

In this article, we will explore the fundamentals of Traefik, its key features, and provide practical examples to help you harness its power.

Traefik’s Key Features

1. Automatic Service Discovery:

• Traditionally, edge routers (or reverse proxies) need a configuration file listing all service routes. Traefik simplifies this by getting route information directly from the services.
• When you deploy a service, you specify the types of requests it can handle, and Traefik automatically…