Welcome to the firecracker project! This application allows you to create and manage secure, fast micro virtual machines (microVMs) for serverless computing. It is designed for those who want to run applications in isolated environments without the overhead of traditional virtual machines. You can achieve high performance while ensuring security and simplicity.
To get started, follow these simple steps to download and run firecracker. Whether it's your first time using software like this or you're simply looking for an easy way to manage microVMs, this guide will help you.
Before you begin, make sure your computer meets the following requirements:
- Operating System: Windows, macOS, or a recent version of Linux
- Memory: At least 2 GB of RAM
- Disk Space: Minimum of 512 MB available
- Dependencies: Ensure you have a supported hypervisor, such as KVM
firecracker comes packed with features to help you manage micro virtual machines:
- Fast startup times: Launch microVMs in a fraction of a second.
- Lightweight design: Uses minimal resources compared to traditional VMs.
- Strong isolation: Keep your applications securely separated.
- Open-source: Access, modify, and contribute to the code.
To get firecracker, follow these steps:
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Visit the Releases Page: Go to our Releases page by clicking the link below: Download Firecracker
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Choose Your Version: You will see a list of available versions. Select the latest stable release.
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Download the Package: Click on the download link for your operating system. The package will start downloading.
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Install Firecracker:
- Windows: Unzip the downloaded file. Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions.
- macOS: Open the downloaded .dmg file and drag the application to your Applications folder.
- Linux: Extract the files in your terminal and run
sudo ./installfrom the extracted folder.
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Verify Installation: Open your terminal or command prompt and type
firecracker --version. If the installation was successful, you should see the version number displayed.
Now that you have firecracker installed, it’s time to create your first microVM. Here’s a quick tutorial to help you.
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Open Firecracker: Launch the application from your computer.
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Create a MicroVM:
- Click on the "Create" button.
- Fill in the required fields, such as CPU and memory settings. You can start with default values.
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Load Your Application:
- Upload the application you want to run inside the microVM.
- Configure any network settings according to your preference.
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Start Your MicroVM: Once everything is set up, click the "Start" button. Your application should now run inside the secure environment.
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Monitoring Resources: You can check CPU and memory utilization from the dashboard.
firecracker --version- Check the installed version.firecracker run [VM_ID]- Start a specific microVM.firecracker stop [VM_ID]- Stop a running microVM.firecracker delete [VM_ID]- Delete a microVM.
For more information and detailed guides, you can check the following resources:
If you encounter any issues, please reach out through the Issues section on our GitHub page. We're here to help!
We welcome contributions! If you have ideas for features, bug fixes, or improvements, feel free to fork the repo, make your changes, and submit a pull request.
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Thank you for using firecracker. We hope you enjoy the speed and security of microVMs!