The article provides a comprehensive guide on deploying Docker containers using Amazon Elastic Container Service (ECS), highlighting the process of containerization, which involves packaging application components into a single, portable unit. It explains how to create an ECS cluster, use a task definition to configure container specifications, and deploy a service to manage and scale containers. The tutorial employs a NGINX image from Docker Hub to demonstrate the steps, emphasizing the importance of configuring networking, security, and load balancing settings. Furthermore, it touches on the benefits of using tools like Earthly for streamlining the build and deployment process, enhancing developer productivity by reducing the complexity of orchestration. The article is authored by Ndafara Tsamba, with editorial contributions from Bala Priya C, and aims to equip readers with the knowledge to efficiently utilize ECS for containerized applications.