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Here is a very simple example of how to create a dockerized app:

docker run -d centos /bin/bash -c 'while true; do X=$[$X+1]; echo $X; sleep 1; done'

To check if it is running:

docker ps

To check the output, use the auto-assigned name or (unique) portion of the container id

docker logs auto-name

To stop:

docker stop name

To start

docker start name

The easiest way to install Docker (on linux) is to use the following

curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com -o get-docker.sh
chmod 755 get-docker.sh
./get-docker.sh

To list the docker processes and get the container id:
docker ps

Then use:
docker exec -it <containerIdOrName> bash

How to get bash or ssh into a running container in background mode?

Press Windows+R to bring up the Run menu
Type "shell:startup" and hit enter
Create a shortcut in that folder to the program you want to run on startup

This may be a fun project to do to add some extra holiday cheer during Covid-19.

Year Round Holiday LEDs Part 1: Hardware
Year Round Holiday LEDs Part 2: Software
Year Round Holiday LEDs Part 3: Installation
Total Beginners Guide: Holiday Lights 2.0 Step by Step Arduino Installation and Setup.
Beginner's Guide to Christmas Lights - and LED Shows for Every Holiday