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What does "registry" mean in programming?
registry is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
A storage service for container images. Registries let you push, pull, and version images. Common registries include Docker Hub, AWS ECR, and GitHub Container Registry.
Example
"Push the image to the registry so the deployment pipeline can pull and run it."
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