Docker Init, introduced in Docker Desktop 4.18, is a command-line tool designed to streamline the initiation of Docker projects by automatically generating necessary Docker-related files, such as a Dockerfile, .dockerignore, and compose.yaml, with default configurations. This feature is especially beneficial for developers who want to quickly configure and manage Docker assets without manual setup. Docker Init supports various programming environments, including Python, Go, ASP.NET, Node.js, and Rust, simplifying the process of containerizing applications across different platforms. The article explains how to use Docker Init with a Python Flask application, demonstrating how it creates the essential Docker files and detailing their contents, which can be modified further to meet specific project requirements. It also discusses the process of building and running a Docker container using the generated files, highlighting Docker Init's ability to facilitate the setup of multi-container applications via Docker Compose. The tool is user-friendly, making it accessible to developers of all skill levels, and encourages experimentation to master its use across different frameworks and languages.