A new chapter for our Docker support: Introducing the IAR cloud-ready containers repository

At IAR, we work closely with embedded developers every day and we know first-hand how much time and energy gets eaten up before you even start coding. 

Setting up toolchains, wrangling container builds, troubleshooting mismatched environments… it’s a lot. And it’s exactly why we are so excited to share what we’ve been working on. 

It represents a new chapter in how IAR is improving containerized development through the IAR cloud-ready containers repository.  

Here’s why this matters and how it’s designed to make your workflows faster, smoother, and easier. 

Why we’re elevating the container experience 

Modern development demands have grown. Teams are now expected to: 

• Deliver faster 

• Integrate seamlessly with cloud and CI/CD pipelines 

• Stay flexible and adaptable to specific project needs 

Previous tutorials at https://github.com/iarsystems/ helped many developers get started, but there was room to go further, to remove friction, expand flexibility, and offer a production-ready, cloud-first experience. 

That’s what the new repository sets out to deliver. 

What’s new? A sharper focus, a broader mission 

The new containers repository is purpose-built to help embedded developers bring IAR tools into modern cloud and CI workflows without the headaches. 

Pre-built, cloud-ready container images 

No more starting from scratch. Ready-to-use base images are now available, designed to drop directly into CI pipelines or cloud setups saving precious time and simplifying integration. 

Public, customizable build automation 

For teams that need tailored solutions, the public build automation can be cloned, adjusted, and fine-tuned to fit unique project requirements. 

Updated tutorials with live examples 

All documentation has been refreshed, providing hands-on, live examples that help teams get up and running quickly or serve as reusable templates for custom workflows. 

Frequently asked questions 

Do I need a GitHub account to use the images? 
Not at all. The images are publicly accessible through GitHub Packages, similar to Docker Hub. They can be pulled into any cloud-connected CI system: Azure, GitLab, Bitbucket, Jenkins, and others. 

Can these be used in on-premises environments? 
Absolutely. Internal setups can pull the images just as easily. 

What if image customization is needed? 
A customization cookbook included in the repository guides users through tailoring the images to meet exact needs. 

Why this matters 

This isn’t just about offering our tools in new ways, it’s about empowering developers to: 
🔹 Speed up workflows 
🔹 Reduce DevOps and setup headaches 
🔹 Seamlessly integrate IAR tools into modern CI/CD and cloud environments 

The goal is to make Continuous eXperience a practical, everyday advantage, not just a buzzword. 

What’s next? 

This is only the beginning. More architectures, expanded support, and even greater flexibility are already in the works. And feedback will play a huge role in shaping what comes next. 

Explore, experiment, and share your input,  it’s all part of driving the next wave of improvements. 

Ready to get started? 

Check out the new repository here: 
https://github.com/iarsystems/containers 

Start faster. Build smarter. Unlock new possibilities for embedded projects with IAR containers. 

Let’s push the boundaries together and see what amazing things we can build.