containers/podman
Podman: A tool for managing OCI containers and pods.
What it does
Podman is an open-source tool that lets developers package and run software applications inside isolated, self-contained units called containers — think of containers like standardized shipping boxes that keep software consistent regardless of where it runs. It works similarly to Docker, the market-leading tool for this purpose, but is designed to be more secure and lightweight by eliminating the need for a background management process constantly running on the system.
Why it matters for PMs
With over 30,000 GitHub stars and 421 contributors, Podman represents a serious, community-backed alternative to Docker in the container management space — a market that underpins how virtually all modern cloud software is built and deployed. For teams evaluating infrastructure strategy, Podman's security advantages and compatibility with existing Docker workflows mean it can reduce operational risk while avoiding vendor lock-in to Docker's commercial products.
Moderate signal — worth watching
Score updated Feb 18, 2026
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