What is the purpose of the –platform flag in docker build and docker run and when is it needed?

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What is the purpose of the –platform flag in docker build and docker run and when is it needed?

Key points

  • --platform flag specifies target OS and CPU architecture
  • Necessary when building for a different platform than the build machine
  • Ensures compatibility for deployment on specific hardware

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