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Hello, I'm new to the use of Docker and Octojoom, I was able to deploy a J5 Development environment easily but I'm struggling to get access to the phpmyadmin of the current container, I have tried several combinations and I do not get access. please advise
When you use Octojoom, many configuration details aren’t hidden—they’re actually made visible in the interactive menus. This is by design to help you know exactly where your Docker and environment settings are stored. Here’s how you can use these built‑in features to figure out how to access phpMyAdmin:
Important Paths in Settings:
In the main settings menu of Octojoom (often labeled “Octojoom Settings”), there’s an option called “Important Paths.” When you select that, the script displays the key directories where your environment variables and configuration files are stored. You’ll see paths for:
Reviewing these paths helps you confirm that your VDM_DOMAIN and VDM_SUBDOMAIN values are set correctly.
Switching Between Basic and Advanced Mode:
Octojoom includes a mode switch (basic vs. expert) in the settings menu. In expert (advanced) mode you get extra options such as “Edit config” and “Edit available container.” If you’re comfortable with a little extra detail, switch to expert mode so you can see all the underlying configuration.
Editing the Joomla Container’s Configuration:
Under the “Joomla Containers” menu, you’ll find an option called “Edit available container.” When you select that, you’re prompted to choose one of the Joomla containers you’ve already set up. The script will then open that container’s docker‑compose.yml file (using your editor, like nano).
Inside this file you’ll see all the service definitions—including one for phpMyAdmin. Notice the Traefik labels for phpMyAdmin; for example, you’ll see something like:
This tells you that the phpMyAdmin service is set up to be accessed using a hostname that is built by taking your Joomla subdomain and appending “db” before your main domain.
For instance, if you set:
myjoomlaexample.comThen phpMyAdmin will be reachable at:
http://myjoomladb.example.com
Putting It All Together:
• Use the “Important Paths” menu to confirm where your configuration and environment variables are stored.
• Switch to advanced mode (if you aren’t already) to see options like “Edit available container.”
• Open the docker‑compose.yml for your Joomla container to check the phpMyAdmin Traefik rule.
• Once you know the expected hostname (e.g. “myjoomladb.example.com”), update your local DNS or your /etc/hosts file so that this hostname resolves to your Docker host (for local testing, you might add an entry like:
• Finally, open your browser and navigate to that URL.
By following Octojoom’s built‑in menus and reviewing the generated configuration, you can clearly see how the application constructs the access URL for phpMyAdmin. This approach makes it easier—even for newcomers—to understand where everything is stored and how to troubleshoot access issues.
Octojoom was built to make your life easier by letting you quickly spin up and manage Docker containers for Joomla development—whether you’re testing new extensions locally or running a production server.
Here’s a concise overview of its key features and flow:
Easy Container Deployment:
Octojoom uses an interactive menu system where you can create new Joomla (J5) containers with just a few selections. It even lets you deploy multiple containers at once. This makes testing new extensions or development changes fast and hassle‐free.
Integrated Configuration Management:
Within Octojoom’s settings menu, you’ll find an “Important Paths” option that shows you where all the critical files are stored:
This transparency helps you know exactly where your settings live and makes troubleshooting easier.
DNS/Hosts File Automation:
When you create a new container, Octojoom can automatically update your local hosts file with the new domain (or subdomain) assigned to that container. For example, it constructs the phpMyAdmin URL by appending “db” to your Joomla subdomain (e.g. if VDM_SUBDOMAIN is “myjoomla” and VDM_DOMAIN is “example.com,” phpMyAdmin becomes accessible at “myjoomladb.example.com”). This eliminates the need to manually manage domain entries for each container.
Traefik and SSL Integration:
Octojoom deploys Traefik as its traffic router. In a production environment with a static IP, Traefik automatically handles ports 80 and 443 and even fetches Let’s Encrypt SSL certificates for you. However, note that if another service is already using port 80 on your local machine, you must disable it so that Traefik can run without conflicts. For local testing, it’s common to run without SSL (or update your hosts file), because your local IP isn’t publicly accessible.
Basic vs. Expert Mode:
The script features a mode switch. In basic mode, Octojoom hides many technical details, while in expert (advanced) mode you get extra options such as:
In summary:
Octojoom’s motive is convenience. It’s designed to let you easily and rapidly create new Docker containers for Joomla development without manual configuration hassles. It auto-manages your environment settings (including domain names and persistent volumes), integrates with Traefik for routing and SSL on production servers, and even updates your hosts file locally so you can immediately open your containers in the browser. This makes it a powerful tool for both local testing and live server deployments—just remember to free up port 80 (and 443, if needed) so Traefik can do its job.
This comprehensive approach is what sets Octojoom apart, ensuring you spend less time on configuration and more time on development.
thank you @Llewellyn it is very clear now, and it's a great tool!